Very Good
#888 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 31% in state
Lehighton Area Elementary Center
Elementary School · Lehighton Area SD
3 Indian Ln, Lehighton, PA 18235
Enrollment
1,013
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,013
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#888 of 2,846
In Lehighton
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Lehighton Area SD
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Lehighton Area Elementary Center
Elementary School in Lehighton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lehighton Area Elementary Center
Lehighton Area Elementary Center is a public elementary school in Lehighton, PA, part of Lehighton Area SD. Lehighton Area Elementary Center serves approximately 1,013 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lehighton Area Elementary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #888 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Lehighton Area Elementary Center show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Lehighton Area Elementary Center — Students at Lehighton Area Elementary Center score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 9.0/10.
How Lehighton Area Elementary Center Compares
See how Lehighton Area Elementary Center 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
3 Indian Ln, Lehighton, PA 18235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lehighton Area Elementary Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkside Education Center (rated 7.0/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Palmerton), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Palmerton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Slatington El Sch (rated 5.8/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Slatington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lehighton, see our Lehighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lehighton Area HS Lehighton | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLOW ACADEMY Lehighton | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Lehighton Area MS Lehighton | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 0.7 mi | — |
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATES ISST Weissport | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| PACKER RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MAHONING VALLEY ACADEMY Lehighton | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Jim Thorpe Area HS Jim Thorpe | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| L B Morris El Sch Jim Thorpe | 3.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Carbon Career & Technical Institute Jim Thorpe | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Panther Valley El Sch Nesquehoning | 5.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL Palmerton | 6.2 mi | 6.4 |
| S S Palmer El Sch Palmerton | 6.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Palmerton Area HS Palmerton | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Palmerton Area JHS Palmerton | 6.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Parkside Education Center Palmerton | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Panther Valley Intermediate Sch Lansford | 6.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Panther Valley JSHS Lansford | 6.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Slatington El Sch Slatington | 7.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Northern Lehigh SHS Slatington | 7.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,626
Median Home Value
$218,000
Median Rent
$1,003/mo
Population
19,121
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
47.5
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| Center Township El Sch Butler, PA | 7.3 |
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| Daniel Boone Area Intermediate Cntr Douglassville, PA | 7.3 |
| Fairview El Sch Fairview, PA | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lehighton Area Elementary Center
What grades does Lehighton Area Elementary Center serve?
Lehighton Area Elementary Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lehighton Area Elementary Center?
Lehighton Area Elementary Center has an enrollment of approximately 1,013 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lehighton Area Elementary Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Lehighton Area Elementary Center is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lehighton Area Elementary Center rank in PA?
Lehighton Area Elementary Center ranks #888 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Lehighton Area Elementary Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Lehighton Area Elementary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Lehighton Area Elementary Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lehighton Area Elementary Center has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Lehighton Area Elementary Center a charter school?
No, Lehighton Area Elementary Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lehighton Area Elementary Center a Title I school?
No, Lehighton Area Elementary Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lehighton Area Elementary Center?
55.8% of students at Lehighton Area Elementary Center 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
- 1,013
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 72
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carbon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (610) 377-7880
Resources & Links
District
Lehighton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,122
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,076
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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