Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George Wolf Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Wolf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
George Wolf Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
George Wolf Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Wolf Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1685 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
78%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Wolf Elementary School's ranking?
George Wolf Elementary School is ranked #1685 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are George Wolf Elementary School often compared to?
George Wolf Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehigh Elementary School, Moore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend George Wolf Elementary School?
428 students attend George Wolf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of George Wolf Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Wolf Elementary School?
George Wolf Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does George Wolf Elementary School offer ?
George Wolf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Wolf Elementary School part of?
George Wolf Elementary School is part of Northampton Area School District.
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