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Towamensing Elementary School

Palmerton Area SD · Carbon County · 7920 Interchange Rd, Lehighton, PA 18235.0

(610)681-4024

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8/10
#326
Rank 326 out of 1,545
Top 21%
English Language Arts8/10 · #382 · 75th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #405 · 74th percentile
Science9/10 · #158 · 89th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the quiet, small-town stretch of Carbon County in the Lehigh Valley foothills, Towamensing Elementary stands out as a genuinely strong option in a region where outdoor life and tight-knit community culture run deep. Science scores in particular put it well ahead of most Pennsylvania schools, making it a great fit for families who want rigorous academics without the hustle of a big suburban district. If you're drawn to a slower pace of life near the Delaware Water Gap and Blue Mountain, with solid schools to match, this area deserves a serious look.

Student Demographics

180 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
168 (93%)
Hispanic
10 (6%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged61 (34%)
Students with Disabilities46 (26%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

328
Enrollment
27.3
Teachers (FTE)
12:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #1483 · 6th percentile

3 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.