Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ritter Elementary School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ritter Elementary School serves the northeast part of Allentown, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ritter Elementary School's student population of 463 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'We Get Better Together!'
School Rankings
Ritter Elementary School 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 Ritter Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2187 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
3%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Raccoons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ritter Elementary School's ranking?
Ritter Elementary School is ranked #2187 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ritter Elementary School?
463 students attend Ritter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ritter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ritter Elementary School?
Ritter Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ritter Elementary School offer ?
Ritter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ritter Elementary School part of?
Ritter Elementary School is part of Allentown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ritter Elementary School located?
Ritter Elementary School is located in the Rittersville neighborhood of Allentown, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Rittersville.
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