Very Good
#961 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 34% in state
Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch
Elementary School · Northampton Area SD
1677 Lincoln Ave, Northampton, PA 18067
Enrollment
805
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
805
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#961 of 2,846
In Northampton
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Northampton Area SD
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch
Elementary School in Northampton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch
Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch is a public elementary school in Northampton, PA, part of Northampton Area SD. Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch serves approximately 805 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #961 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch — Students at Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.0/10.
How Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch Compares
See how Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1677 Lincoln Ave, Northampton, PA 18067
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kratzer Sch (rated 8.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Allentown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ironton Sch (rated 8.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Coplay), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MANARAH ISLAMIC ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Whitehall), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northampton, see our Northampton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northampton Area HS Northampton | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Northampton Area MS Northampton | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Catasauqua SHS Northampton | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| George D Steckel El Sch Whitehall | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Whitehall HS Whitehall | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Innovative Arts Academy CS Catasauqua | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Catasauqua MS Catasauqua | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Whitehall-Coplay MS Whitehall | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Zephyr El Sch Whitehall | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST STEPHENS SCHOOL Whitehall | 2.8 mi | — |
| Clarence M Gockley El Sch Whitehall | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| WHITEHALL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whitehall | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Francis H Sheckler El Sch Catasauqua | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| MANARAH ISLAMIC ACADEMY Whitehall | 3.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Kratzer Sch Allentown | 4.7 mi | 8.8 |
| THE CUDDLE ZONE LEARNING CENTER Allentown | 4.5 mi | — |
| Parkland HS Allentown | 4.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Ironton Sch Coplay | 3.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Washington El Sch Allentown | 5.1 mi | 2.8 |
| CENTENNIAL SCHOOL LEHIGH UNIV Bethlehem | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,965
Median Home Value
$265,400
Median Rent
$1,244/mo
Population
19,490
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
45.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch
What grades does Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch serve?
Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch?
Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 805 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch rank in PA?
Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch ranks #961 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch a charter school?
No, Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch?
55.4% of students at Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch 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
- 805
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Northampton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (610) 262-6430
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District
Northampton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 5,179
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,383
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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