Asa Packer El School

1650 KENWOOD DR BETHLEHEM PA 18017

Top 25% School in Pennsylvania

Ranked 25 of 152 in Pennsylvania

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About Asa Packer El School

Asa Packer Elementary School, located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a K-5 elementary school with an enrollment of approximately 328 students in the Bethlehem Area School District. Asa Packer is a top rated elementary school in Bethlehem in terms of strong academic achievement with proficiency scores of approximately 55-59% math, 60-64% reading, and 70-79% science. Asa Packer Elementary School's student-teacher ratio is 12:1 with roughly 27 full-time certified teachers.

About 67% of the enrollment is White, 20% Hispanic, 8% Black, and 4% Asian, with about 30% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch. Asa Packer Elementary School has a Gifted & Talented program for students. Asa Packer Elementary encourages family engagement in the community. Many families use the Asa Packer Elementary School Calendar to plan schedules and learn about events related to the school. Overall, Asa Packer elementary Schools in Pennsylvania provides the habits of strong academics, small class sizes, and family engagement.

Contact Information

Address

1650 KENWOOD DR BETHLEHEM PA 18017

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Phone

(610) 865-0660

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 52%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 52% in Reading.
27
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
4
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
339
Total Students
$80462
Avg. Teacher Salary

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Robotics & STEM
at Asa Packer El School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

25

of 152 in Pennsylvania

Recent News & Updates

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: The 2025–2026 supply lists are now available under the “Parents and Students” tab—be sure to check them out to prepare for the upcoming school year!

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 67.3%
Asian 2.9%
Hispanic 21.5%
Black 7.7%
Two+ Races 1%
Native Am. 0%
White
67.3%
Asian
2.9%
Hispanic
21.5%
Black
7.7%
Two+ Races
1%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 339
50.1%
170 Female
49.9%
169 Male

Student Population

339 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The 2025–2026 supply lists are posted under the "Parents and Students" tab for your viewing. Check them out as you prepare for another exciting school year!

FAQ

Q1: Is Asa Packer Elementary School offering fee waivers or scholarships?

A: Yes. Asa Packer Elementary School offers need-based scholarships and fee waivers so that all students have access to high-quality education and enrichment programs.

Q2: What is the curriculum used in Asa Packer Elementary School?

A: Asa Packer Elementary School's curriculum uses the Pennsylvania academic standards and consists of lessons on: reading, math, science, and social studies. Asa Packer Elementary School also incorporates enrichment lessons on the arts, music, and STEM.

Q3: Is there before or after school care?

A: Yes. We provide safe and supervised programs for students before or after school to ensure homework and enrichment outside the school day.

Q4: Does Asa Packer Elementary School offer transportation services?

A: Yes. Bus service is provided to students. Bus service is provided to our eligible students which means parents or guardians do not have to worry about the safe travels to and from school.

Q5: What extracurricular activities are offered in Asa Packer Elementary School?

A: Asa Packer Elementary School has music, arts, sports, and clubs that enable students to be creative, lead, and collaborate outside the classroom.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

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