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#1140 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 40% in state
Arts Academy Elementary Cs
Elementary School · Arts Academy Elementary CS
601 W Union Street, Allentown, PA 18101
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,140 of 2,846
In Allentown
#7 of 34
public schools
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Arts Academy Elementary Cs
Elementary School in Allentown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Arts Academy Elementary Cs
Arts Academy Elementary Cs is a public elementary school in Allentown, PA, part of Arts Academy Elementary CS. Arts Academy Elementary Cs serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Arts Academy Elementary Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,140 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Arts Academy Elementary Cs show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Arts Academy Elementary Cs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Arts Academy Elementary Cs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Arts Academy Elementary Cs is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Arts Academy Elementary Cs — Students at Arts Academy Elementary Cs score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Arts Academy Elementary Cs Compares
See how Arts Academy Elementary Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 W Union Street, Allentown, PA 18101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arts Academy Elementary Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CAI LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch (rated 6.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jefferson El Sch (rated 4.6/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Allentown, see our Allentown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Building 21 Allentown Allentown | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Roberto Clemente CS Allentown | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Allentown | 0.4 mi | — |
| Central El Sch Allentown | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Jefferson El Sch Allentown | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Harrison-Morton MS Allentown | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| MERCY SPECIAL LEARNING CENTER Allentown | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Sheridan El Sch Allentown | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Roosevelt El Sch Allentown | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch Allentown | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Washington El Sch Allentown | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| CAI LEARNING ACADEMY Allentown | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Hiram W Dodd El Sch Allentown | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Luis A. Ramos El Sch Allentown | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Jackson Early Childhood Center Allentown | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Francis D Raub MS Allentown | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| William Allen HS Allentown | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Mosser El Sch Allentown | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| South Mountain MS Allentown | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Trexler MS Allentown | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,542
Median Home Value
$153,800
Median Rent
$1,337/mo
Population
5,789
College Educated
19.2%
Homeownership
7.7%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
25.8%
Median Age
30.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Akron El Sch Akron, PA | 6.8 |
| Allegheny-Clarion Valley Elem Foxburg, PA | 6.8 |
| Bethel El Sch Bethel, PA | 6.8 |
| Buck El Sch Levittown, PA | 6.8 |
| Claysville El Sch Claysville, PA | 6.8 |
| Corry Area Intrmd Sch Corry, PA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arts Academy Elementary Cs
What grades does Arts Academy Elementary Cs serve?
Arts Academy Elementary Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Arts Academy Elementary Cs?
Arts Academy Elementary Cs has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arts Academy Elementary Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Arts Academy Elementary Cs is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arts Academy Elementary Cs rank in PA?
Arts Academy Elementary Cs ranks #1,140 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Arts Academy Elementary Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Arts Academy Elementary Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arts Academy Elementary Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arts Academy Elementary Cs has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Arts Academy Elementary Cs a charter school?
Yes, Arts Academy Elementary Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Arts Academy Elementary Cs a Title I school?
No, Arts Academy Elementary Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arts Academy Elementary Cs?
100.0% of students at Arts Academy Elementary Cs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Lehigh County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (610) 841-4560
Resources & Links
District
Arts Academy Elementary CS- District Enrollment
- 445
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,517
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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