Serving 1,236 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Heights Terrace El/ms ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heights Terrace El/MS serves the eastern part of Hazleton, PA, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heights Terrace El/ms's student population of 1,236 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Hawks
School Rankings
Heights Terrace El/ms ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heights Terrace El/ms is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2392 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
91%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
7%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heights Terrace El/ms's ranking?
Heights Terrace El/ms is ranked #2392 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Heights Terrace El/ms?
1,236 students attend Heights Terrace El/ms.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Heights Terrace El/ms students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heights Terrace El/ms?
Heights Terrace El/ms has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heights Terrace El/ms offer ?
Heights Terrace El/ms offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heights Terrace El/ms part of?
Heights Terrace El/ms is part of Hazleton Area School District.
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