Serving 674 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Union Terrace 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 23% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Terrace Elementary School serves the west part of Allentown, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Terrace Elementary School's student population of 674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Here at UT we are Responsible, On Task, Accountable and Respectful because here at UT we ROAR to be the best that we can be! Yes I can! Yes I will! Yes we can! Yes we will! Remember Relationships Matter!
School Rankings
Union Terrace 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 Union Terrace Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#2289 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
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
5%
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)30.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Union Terrace Elementary School is ranked #2289 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Union Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Union Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Luis A. Ramos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Union Terrace Elementary School?
674 students attend Union Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Union Terrace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Terrace Elementary School?
Union Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Union Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Union Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Terrace Elementary School part of?
Union Terrace Elementary School is part of Allentown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Union Terrace Elementary School located?
Union Terrace Elementary School is located in the Union Terrace neighborhood of Allentown, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Union Terrace.
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