Serving 689 students in grades 4-6, Southern Lehigh Intermediate School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Lehigh Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southern Lehigh Intermediate School's student population of 689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
One Interaction at a Time
School Rankings
Southern Lehigh Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Lehigh Intermediate School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Lehigh Intermediate School's ranking?
Southern Lehigh Intermediate School is ranked #197 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Southern Lehigh Intermediate School often compared to?
Southern Lehigh Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Bell Elementary School, Hopewell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Southern Lehigh Intermediate School?
689 students attend Southern Lehigh Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Southern Lehigh Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Lehigh Intermediate School?
Southern Lehigh Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southern Lehigh Intermediate School offer ?
Southern Lehigh Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Lehigh Intermediate School part of?
Southern Lehigh Intermediate School is part of Southern Lehigh School District.
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