Governor Wolf El School

1920 BUTZTOWN RD BETHLEHEM PA 18017

About Governor Wolf El School

Governor Wolf School of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is approximately 458 students in grades K-5. The school has a student-teacher ratio of approximately 14:1, and allows students to receive good attention in classrooms. The school has roughly 61% proficiency in reading, 37% proficiency in math, and 85% - 89% proficiency in science, as such the school ranks in the top tier of schools in the state for science ability.

?Roughly 58% of students come from a minority racial background. Governor Wolf School serves a diverse student body. Governor Wolf School offers a great deal of resources and quality instruction to students. Governor Wolf School is located at 1920 Butztown Road. The school ranks in state rankings (#571) of elementary Schools in Pennsylvania, and is a member of the Bethlehem Area School District (BASD). The school bridges a nice combination of moderate academics, resources for support, and a diverse learning community for the youngest of learners.

Contact Information

Address

1920 BUTZTOWN RD BETHLEHEM PA 18017

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Phone

(610) 867-8191

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 46%
Reading 46%
State average proficiency is 46% in Math and 46% in Reading.
33
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
7
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
459
Total Students
$80462
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP [percent] IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Governor Wolf El School

2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
Detailed program information coming Fall 2025!
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

94

of 108 in Pennsylvania

Recent News & Updates

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: NA

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 47.5%
Asian 3.5%
Hispanic 37.9%
Black 9.6%
Two+ Races 1.1%
Native Am. 1%
White
47.5%
Asian
3.5%
Hispanic
37.9%
Black
9.6%
Two+ Races
1.1%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 459
45.8%
210 Female
54.2%
249 Male

Student Population

459 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The Governor Wolf Elementary School is ranked #571 in the state of Pennsylvania for elementary schools. School rankings are determined by a combination of factors including state-mandated tests, graduate outcomes, and the ability to prepare students for high school.

FAQ

Q1: How do I pick the right elementary school for my child?

A: You should examine academic performance, extracurricular options, teachers, and safety measures. You may also want to think about how schools are using technology in the class, and whether the school’s atmosphere and learning approach match your child’s personality and best learning practices.

Q2: Does Governor Wolf Elementary have programs in STEM?

A: Yes, students are engaged in STEM learning through hands-on projects, the coding of technology, experiments, and within collaborative groups. STEM helps with developing the creativity in problem solving, critical thinking skills, and innovation.

Q3: What extracurricular programs are available for students?

A: There are music, arts, sports and clubs available for students to participate in outside of regular classroom hours - helping students learn valuable social skills, develop their self-esteem and confidence, and further enhance their leadership skills.

Q4: Are there programs before school and/or after school?

A: Yes, as we have both before and after school programs. The programs would allow students to have supervised time at school with support for homework and an enrichment component with staff activity options.

Q5: What does the school setting look like?

A: Governor Wolf Elementary has secure entrances, class rooms that have new learning gadgets, playgrounds, a library, a few computer labs, and a gymnasium - all designed to have students feeling safe, and excited to learn.

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.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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