Very Good
#596 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 21% in state
Lower Nazareth EL Sch
Elementary School · Nazareth Area SD
4422 Newburg Rd, Nazareth, PA 18064
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#596 of 2,846
In Nazareth
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Nazareth Area SD
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Lower Nazareth EL Sch
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About Lower Nazareth EL Sch
Lower Nazareth EL Sch is a public elementary school in Nazareth, PA, part of Nazareth Area SD. Lower Nazareth EL Sch serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lower Nazareth EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #596 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Lower Nazareth EL Sch show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Lower Nazareth EL Sch — Students at Lower Nazareth EL Sch score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.4%
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
→ 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: 7.8/10.
How Lower Nazareth EL Sch Compares
See how Lower Nazareth 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
4422 Newburg Rd, Nazareth, PA 18064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lower Nazareth EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Miller Heights El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Bethlehem), with a very similar rating. Another option is Shafer El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, George Wolf El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Bath), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nazareth, see our Nazareth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY FAMILY Nazareth | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School Bethlehem | 2.9 mi | — |
| Freedom HS Bethlehem | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| East Hills MS Bethlehem | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Bethlehem | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bethlehem | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Shafer El Sch Nazareth | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Easton | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL UPPER CAMPUS Easton | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Nazareth Area HS Nazareth | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Governor Wolf El Sch Bethlehem | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Farmersville El Sch Easton | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| George Wolf El Sch Bath | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Nazareth Area Intermediate Sch Nazareth | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Nazareth Area MS Nazareth | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Miller Heights El Sch Bethlehem | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Spring Garden El Sch Bethlehem | 4.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln El Sch Bethlehem | 4.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Palmer El Sch Easton | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Marvine El Sch Bethlehem | 5.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,857
Median Home Value
$354,700
Median Rent
$1,235/mo
Population
27,073
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
45.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lower Nazareth EL Sch
What grades does Lower Nazareth EL Sch serve?
Lower Nazareth EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Lower Nazareth EL Sch?
Lower Nazareth EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lower Nazareth EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Lower Nazareth EL Sch is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lower Nazareth EL Sch rank in PA?
Lower Nazareth EL Sch ranks #596 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Lower Nazareth EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Lower Nazareth EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Lower Nazareth EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lower Nazareth EL Sch has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lower Nazareth EL Sch a charter school?
No, Lower Nazareth EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lower Nazareth EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Lower Nazareth EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lower Nazareth EL Sch?
23.4% of students at Lower Nazareth 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 607
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Northampton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (610) 759-7311
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District
Nazareth Area SD- District Enrollment
- 4,897
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,647
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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