Serving 559 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Shafer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shafer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shafer Elementary School's student population of 559 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
559 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Shafer Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shafer Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#562 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
74%
60%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shafer Elementary School's ranking?
Shafer Elementary School is ranked #562 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Shafer Elementary School often compared to?
Shafer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenneth N Butz Jr Elementary School, Lower Nazareth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shafer Elementary School?
559 students attend Shafer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Shafer Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shafer Elementary School?
Shafer Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shafer Elementary School offer ?
Shafer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shafer Elementary School part of?
Shafer Elementary School is part of Nazareth Area School District.
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