Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Spring Garden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Garden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Spring Garden Elementary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Motto
Learn, Lead, Connect, Grow!
School Rankings
Spring Garden 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 Spring Garden Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1225 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
32%
15%
Black
11%
14%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Garden Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Garden Elementary School is ranked #1225 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Spring Garden Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Garden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Spring Garden Elementary School?
510 students attend Spring Garden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Spring Garden Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Garden Elementary School?
Spring Garden Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring Garden Elementary School offer ?
Spring Garden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Garden Elementary School part of?
Spring Garden Elementary School is part of Bethlehem Area School District.
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