DONEGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Donegan El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bethlehem Area SD school district, located in Bethlehem, PA with about 513 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, Donegan El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Donegan Elementary School, located at 1210 East 4th Street in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a primary educational institution within the Bethlehem Area School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on building a strong academic foundation while fostering a supportive community environment. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet state standards, aiming to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond through a blend of core academic instruction and social-emotional learning.

The school plays an active role in the South Bethlehem neighborhood, emphasizing the importance of family and community involvement in the educational process. By utilizing resources from the broader Bethlehem Area School District, Donegan Elementary provides students with access to various programs, extracurricular opportunities, and support services tailored to individual learning needs. The school remains committed to its mission of cultivating lifelong learners in a safe, inclusive, and encouraging atmosphere.

For more information, contact Donegan El Sch at (610) 866-0031 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.