Below Average
#2262 of 2,846 schools in PA
Jefferson EL Sch
Elementary School · Allentown City SD
750 Saint John St, Allentown, PA 18103
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,262 of 2,846
In Allentown
#16 of 34
public schools
In district
#5 of 21
Allentown City SD
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Jefferson EL Sch
Elementary School in Allentown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jefferson EL Sch
Jefferson EL Sch is a public elementary school in Allentown, PA, part of Allentown City SD. Jefferson EL Sch serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,262 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Jefferson EL Sch show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Jefferson EL Sch 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.
37% of students at Jefferson 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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Jefferson EL Sch — Students at Jefferson EL Sch score 24% 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 34 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: 6.0/10.
How Jefferson EL Sch Compares
See how Jefferson EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
750 Saint John St, Allentown, PA 18103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jefferson EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arts Academy Elementary CS (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAI LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lehigh Parkway El Sch (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Allentown, see our Allentown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Building 21 Allentown Allentown | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Arts Academy Elementary CS Allentown | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Roberto Clemente CS Allentown | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MERCY SPECIAL LEARNING CENTER Allentown | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Roosevelt El Sch Allentown | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Allentown | 0.9 mi | — |
| Hiram W Dodd El Sch Allentown | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Central El Sch Allentown | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| South Mountain MS Allentown | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Harrison-Morton MS Allentown | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Lehigh Parkway El Sch Allentown | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch Allentown | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Sheridan El Sch Allentown | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
| Francis D Raub MS Allentown | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Washington El Sch Allentown | 1.7 mi | 2.8 |
| CAI LEARNING ACADEMY Allentown | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| William Allen HS Allentown | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Luis A. Ramos El Sch Allentown | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Jackson Early Childhood Center Allentown | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Salisbury SHS Allentown | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,545
Median Home Value
$242,400
Median Rent
$1,333/mo
Population
47,336
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jefferson EL Sch
What grades does Jefferson EL Sch serve?
Jefferson EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jefferson EL Sch?
Jefferson EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson EL Sch is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jefferson EL Sch rank in PA?
Jefferson EL Sch ranks #2,262 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Jefferson EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Jefferson EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Jefferson EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson EL Sch has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jefferson EL Sch a charter school?
No, Jefferson EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jefferson EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Jefferson EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Jefferson 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
- 543
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Lehigh County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (484) 765-4421
Resources & Links
District
Allentown City SD- District Enrollment
- 16,510
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,007
- District Rank
- #5 of 21
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