Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Farmersville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmersville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Farmersville Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farmersville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmersville Elementary School is 0.58, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1336 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
61%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmersville Elementary School's ranking?
Farmersville Elementary School is ranked #1336 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Farmersville Elementary School often compared to?
Farmersville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Farmersville Elementary School?
361 students attend Farmersville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Farmersville Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farmersville Elementary School?
Farmersville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farmersville Elementary School offer ?
Farmersville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Farmersville Elementary School part of?
Farmersville Elementary School is part of Bethlehem Area School District.
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