Best Bethlehem Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,461 students in Bethlehem, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Bethlehem, PA are Calypso Elementary School, Marvine Elementary School and Donegan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bethlehem, PA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in Bethlehem have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Bethlehem, PA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calypso Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1021 Calypso Ave
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 691-0152
Gr: PK-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Marvine Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1425 Livingston St
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 865-0012
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Donegan Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1210 East 4th St
Bethlehem, PA 18015
(610) 866-0031
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Fountain Hill Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1330 Church St
Bethlehem, PA 18015
(610) 865-5881
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
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Bethlehem, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
902 Fourth Avenue
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 861-7570
Gr: PK-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Bethlehem, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Bethlehem, PA include Calypso Elementary School, Marvine Elementary School and Donegan Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Bethlehem?
4 public preschools are located in Bethlehem.
What is the racial composition of students in Bethlehem?
Bethlehem public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Bethlehem are often viewed compared to one another?

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