James Buchanan El School

James Buchanan Elementary in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is part of the Bethlehem Area School District and has an enrollment of around 260 students in grades K-5. Their student–teacher ratio is between 12:1 and 14:1, which helps to create manageable class sizes for effective learning. Currently, academic performance is about 42% proficient in math and 57% proficient in reading, close to the state averages. The school falls into the rank of about #1,079 of 1,526 elementary Schools in Pennsylvania overall.

Their student population is nearly equal all segments of diversity, with about 44% Hispanic, 40% White, 10% Black, and 3% Asian students; about 65% of the students qualify for free or reduced lunch. As a Title I Equity Focus school, the school will receive supports for additional classroom support to hopefully increase proficiency levels. James Buchanan is led by Dr. Amanda Hinkel, and the school emphasizes core academics, the arts, technology, and building relationships within their community.

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Q1: What is the best way to identify the best elementary school for my child?

A: The important items to look for in an elementary school are sufficient academic programs, safety of facilities, availability of extracurricular programs, trained staff, and staff that help kids with a learning style and interest.

Q2: Does James Buchanan Elementary have STEM programs?

A: Yes, students will learn scientific material and participate in projects that facilitate critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in science, technology, engineering and math.

Q3: What is the school's physical environment like?

A: James Buchanan Elementary has secured entrances, outside playground, library, gym, and tech labs in the physical space to create a safe, engaging and supportive learning environment.

Q4: Is there before and/or after school care?

A: Yes, there are programs for before and after school, that can provide homework help, structured groups, and enrichment programs for children of parents who work.

Q5: What documentation is required to register?

A: To complete the enrollment, parents must provide: birth certificate or proof of age, proof of residency, immunization records, and any previous school records.