Needs Improvement
#2570 of 2,846 schools in PA
Fountain Hill EL Sch
Elementary School · Bethlehem Area SD
1330 Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,570 of 2,846
In Bethlehem
#23 of 24
public schools
In district
#21 of 22
Bethlehem Area SD
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Fountain Hill EL Sch
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About Fountain Hill EL Sch
Fountain Hill EL Sch is a public elementary school in Bethlehem, PA, part of Bethlehem Area SD. Fountain Hill EL Sch serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Fountain Hill EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,570 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Fountain Hill EL Sch show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Fountain Hill EL Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fountain Hill EL Sch — Students at Fountain Hill EL Sch score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.6%
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: 4.0/10.
How Fountain Hill EL Sch Compares
See how Fountain Hill 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
1330 Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fountain Hill EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Calypso El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Salisbury El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Allentown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bethlehem, see our Bethlehem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Broughal MS Bethlehem | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Calypso El Sch Bethlehem | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Arts Academy CS Allentown | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| A CHILD'S CHOICE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bethlehem | 1.5 mi | — |
| Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts Bethlehem | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| ST NICHOLAS GREEK ORTHODOX ACADEMY Bethlehem | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST NICHOLAS GREEK ORTHODOX ACADEMY Bethlehem | 1.9 mi | — |
| Nitschmann MS Bethlehem | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| MORAVIAN ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Bethlehem | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL Bethlehem | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| HOLY INFANCY SCHOOL Bethlehem | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Salisbury El Sch Allentown | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| William Penn El Sch Bethlehem | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson El Sch Bethlehem | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Donegan El Sch Bethlehem | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Liberty HS Bethlehem | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| James Buchanan El Sch Bethlehem | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Ritter El Sch Allentown | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Lehigh Valley Dual Language CS Bethlehem | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| RED DOOR EARLY LEARNING CENTER Center Valley | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,470
Median Home Value
$243,100
Median Rent
$1,310/mo
Population
34,259
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
31.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fountain Hill EL Sch
What grades does Fountain Hill EL Sch serve?
Fountain Hill EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fountain Hill EL Sch?
Fountain Hill EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fountain Hill EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Fountain Hill EL Sch is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fountain Hill EL Sch rank in PA?
Fountain Hill EL Sch ranks #2,570 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Fountain Hill EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Fountain Hill EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Fountain Hill EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fountain Hill EL Sch has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fountain Hill EL Sch a charter school?
No, Fountain Hill EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fountain Hill EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Fountain Hill EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fountain Hill EL Sch?
86.6% of students at Fountain Hill 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 507
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lehigh County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (610) 865-5881
Resources & Links
District
Bethlehem Area SD- District Enrollment
- 12,864
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,564
- District Rank
- #21 of 22
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