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James Buchanan El Sch — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Bethlehem, Pennsylvania|Bethlehem Area SD

Bethlehem, PA 18017

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Upcoming Events

Aug
18
Tue
Convocation/In-service DayStaff Day

Staff convocation and in-service day, no students

Aug
18
Tue
Convocation/In-service DayStaff Day

Staff convocation and in-service day, no students

Aug
19
Wed
Teacher In-service DayStaff Day

Teacher in-service day, no students

Aug
19
Wed
Teacher In-service DayStaff Day

Teacher in-service day, no students

Aug
20
Thu
Teacher In-service DayStaff Day

Teacher in-service day, no students

Aug
20
Thu
Teacher In-service DayStaff Day

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School Profile

Grades
K–5
Enrollment
262
Student:Teacher
13.1:1
Locale
Urban
Econ. Disadvantaged
64.9%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
50-59%
Math Proficiency
20-29%
Chronic Absenteeism
8.7%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
7 students enrolled
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1
Near average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
254
Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)
19.1
100% fully certified
Counselors
1
Psychologists
0.30000001
Nurses
1
Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$18,564
Total current expenditure
Instruction Spending
$11,388
Per pupil, classroom only
Total Revenue/Pupil
$28,058
All funding sources
Funding Sources
Federal 10%State 27%Local 63%
District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value
$349,765
+2.8% 1yr+40.2% 5yr
Allentown, PA metro area
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
19.9%
Below 150% poverty line
5.8%
Unemployment rate
6.5%
Uninsured residents
10.3%
No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served
3,107
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
2,801
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
100%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Specific Learning Disability
1,187 (42%)
Other Health Impairment
594 (21%)
Autism
488 (17%)
Intellectual Disability
169 (6%)
Emotional Disturbance
162 (6%)
Speech/Language Impairment
150 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

253
Current enrollment
Declining(-14% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Aug 18, 2026
Convocation/In-service Day
Staff Day
Tue, Aug 18, 2026
Convocation/In-service Day
Staff Day
Wed, Aug 19, 2026
Teacher In-service Day
Staff Day

Frequently Asked Questions about James Buchanan El Sch

James Buchanan El Sch currently enrolls 262 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in PA.

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