Serving 764 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 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Terrace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Union Terrace Elementary School's student population of 764 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
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 0.49, 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
#2289 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
70%
15%
Black
12%
14%
White
6%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%
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 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?
764 students attend Union Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Union Terrace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% 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 18:1, 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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