Below Average
#2305 of 2,846 schools in PA
Central EL Sch
Elementary School · Allentown City SD
829 W Turner St, Allentown, PA 18102
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,305 of 2,846
In Allentown
#18 of 34
public schools
In district
#6 of 21
Allentown City SD
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Central EL Sch
Elementary School in Allentown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Central EL Sch
Central EL Sch is a public elementary school in Allentown, PA, part of Allentown City SD. Central EL Sch serves approximately 697 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Central EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,305 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Central EL Sch show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Central EL Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
51% of students at Central EL Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Central EL Sch — Students at Central EL Sch score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Central EL Sch Compares
See how Central EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
829 W Turner St, Allentown, PA 18102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arts Academy Elementary CS (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAI LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN VIANNEY REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Allentown, see our Allentown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Allentown | 0.2 mi | — |
| Arts Academy Elementary CS Allentown | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch Allentown | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Washington El Sch Allentown | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Building 21 Allentown Allentown | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CAI LEARNING ACADEMY Allentown | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Roberto Clemente CS Allentown | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Luis A. Ramos El Sch Allentown | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Jackson Early Childhood Center Allentown | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Sheridan El Sch Allentown | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Jefferson El Sch Allentown | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Harrison-Morton MS Allentown | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Trexler MS Allentown | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| William Allen HS Allentown | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Francis D Raub MS Allentown | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Allentown | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| MERCY SPECIAL LEARNING CENTER Allentown | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Union Terrace El Sch Allentown | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Roosevelt El Sch Allentown | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Executive Education Academy CS Allentown | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,681
Median Home Value
$146,600
Median Rent
$1,224/mo
Population
51,315
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
29.9%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
30.3%
Median Age
30.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central EL Sch
What grades does Central EL Sch serve?
Central EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Central EL Sch?
Central EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 697 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Central EL Sch is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central EL Sch rank in PA?
Central EL Sch ranks #2,305 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Central EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Central EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Central EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central EL Sch has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Central EL Sch a charter school?
No, Central EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Central EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Central EL Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 697
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Lehigh County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.9%
- Phone
- (484) 765-4801
Resources & Links
District
Allentown City SD- District Enrollment
- 16,510
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,007
- District Rank
- #6 of 21
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