RATINGS

District Summary Ratings

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These are some of the top-rated public schools in Palmerton Area School District based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS

District Student Progress

This district has a larger number of schools whose students are making less academic progress than their peers at other schools in the state.

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ACADEMICS

Academic Summary

Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
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ENVIRONMENT

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
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District Finances

How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
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District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
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Reviews From Schools in Palmerton Area School District

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Parent / Guardian
July 03, 2014
The elementary school was decent a few years ago but has drastically gone down hill. I pay the same taxes as people in other school districts south of Palmerton but get so much less. There are a... More
Review for Palmerton Area High School
Parent / Guardian
April 17, 2014
Average school, but more concerned with taxing the community to fund their buying properties & upgrading sports fields. The taxes raise while test scores fall.
Review for Palmerton Area High School
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November 18, 2012
My grandson was transferred to this school from a Montessori school. He needed IU education, and his needs had not been identified or addressed at the Montessori school. Towmensing Elementary school... More
Review for Towamensing El School
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