SA
Elementary Schools

William Penn Elementary School

Bethlehem Area SD · Northampton County · 1002 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018.0

(610)694-0116

3/10
#1201
Rank 1201 out of 1,545
Top 78%
English Language Arts2/10 · #1240 · 20th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #1179 · 24th percentile
Science3/10 · #1036 · 27th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

William Penn Elementary sits in Bethlehem, a city with real character — steel-town roots, a vibrant arts scene, and a tight-knit community that takes pride in its neighborhoods. The school serves a diverse student body and tends to appeal to families who value a close, community-centered school experience over a highly competitive academic environment. Bethlehem itself is an underrated place to raise kids, with walkable streets, local festivals, and a genuine sense of place that bigger suburban districts often can't offer.

Student Demographics

108 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
50 (46%)
White
33 (31%)
African American
21 (19%)
Asian
3 (3%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners15 (14%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged76 (70%)
Students with Disabilities17 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

242
Enrollment
18.2
Teachers (FTE)
13.3:1
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 Programs9/10 · #218 · 86th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found