What grades does James Buchanan El Sch serve?

James Buchanan El Sch is a Primary school serving students in Bethlehem, PA. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is James Buchanan El Sch located?

James Buchanan El Sch is located at Bethlehem, PA in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James Buchanan El Sch?

James Buchanan El Sch has a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1.

What schools are in Bethlehem, PA?

Bethlehem, PA is served by the local school district. James Buchanan El Sch is one of the Primary schools in the area.

PAPrimaryProfile data from NCES 2023-24

James Buchanan El Sch — School Profile & District Info

Primary|Bethlehem, Pennsylvania|Bethlehem Area SD

Bethlehem, PA 18017

School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

262

Student:Teacher

13.1:1

Locale

Urban

District

Bethlehem Area SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

64.9%

Phone

(610)865-1766

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50-59%

Math Proficiency

20-29%

Chronic Absenteeism

8.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

7 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1

Near average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

254

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

19.1

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.30000001

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,564

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,388

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$28,058

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 27%Local 63%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$349,765

+2.8% 1yr+40.2% 5yr

Allentown, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.9%

Below 150% poverty line

5.8%

Unemployment rate

6.5%

Uninsured residents

10.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

3,107

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,801

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,187 (42%)

Other Health Impairment

594 (21%)

Autism

488 (17%)

Intellectual Disability

169 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

162 (6%)

Speech/Language Impairment

150 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

253

Current enrollment

Declining(-14% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about James Buchanan El Sch

James Buchanan El Sch currently enrolls 262 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in PA.

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