Needs Improvement
#2788 of 2,846 schools in PA
Heights Terrace El/ms
Elementary School · Hazleton Area SD
275 Mill St, Hazleton, PA 18201
Enrollment
1,209
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,209
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,788 of 2,846
In Hazleton
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
Hazleton Area SD
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Heights Terrace El/ms
Elementary School in Hazleton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Heights Terrace El/ms
Heights Terrace El/ms is a public elementary school in Hazleton, PA, part of Hazleton Area SD. Heights Terrace El/ms serves approximately 1,209 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Heights Terrace El/ms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,788 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Heights Terrace El/ms show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.1
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Heights Terrace El/ms 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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Heights Terrace El/ms — Students at Heights Terrace El/ms score 25% 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 42 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: 2.5/10.
How Heights Terrace El/ms Compares
See how Heights Terrace El/ms performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
275 Mill St, Hazleton, PA 18201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heights Terrace El/ms may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JEROME REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Tamaqua), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tamaqua El Sch (rated 5.5/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Tamaqua), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazleton, see our Hazleton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hazleton | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| HAZLETON TRINITY NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL Hazleton | 0.9 mi | — |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Hazleton | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Hazleton El/MS Hazleton | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Arthur Street El Sch Hazleton | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| West Hazleton El/MS West Hazleton | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Maple Manor El/MS Hazle Township | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Hazle Township Early Learning Center Hazle Township | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Hazleton Area HS Hazle Township | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| McAdoo-Kelayres El/MS Mcadoo | 3.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Drums El/MS Drums | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Freeland El/MS Freeland | 6.6 mi | 2.4 |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Conyngham | 6.1 mi | — |
| Valley El/MS Sugarloaf | 6.3 mi | 3.2 |
| ST JEROME REGIONAL SCHOOL Tamaqua | 8.2 mi | 5.5 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tamaqua | 8.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Tamaqua El Sch Tamaqua | 9.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Weatherly Area HS Weatherly | 7.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Weatherly Area El Sch Weatherly | 7.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Weatherly Area MS Weatherly | 7.9 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,983
Median Home Value
$131,900
Median Rent
$1,019/mo
Population
31,428
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Steelton-Highspire El Sch Steelton, PA | 2.7 |
| West Hazleton El/MS West Hazleton, PA | 2.7 |
| McAdoo-Kelayres El/MS Mcadoo, PA | 2.8 |
| Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch Harrisburg, PA | 2.8 |
| West Oak Lane CS Philadelphia, PA | 2.8 |
| Carbondale El Sch Carbondale, PA | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heights Terrace El/ms
What grades does Heights Terrace El/ms serve?
Heights Terrace El/ms serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Heights Terrace El/ms?
Heights Terrace El/ms has an enrollment of approximately 1,209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heights Terrace El/ms?
The student-teacher ratio at Heights Terrace El/ms is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heights Terrace El/ms rank in PA?
Heights Terrace El/ms ranks #2,788 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Heights Terrace El/ms's MySchoolScout rating?
Heights Terrace El/ms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Heights Terrace El/ms?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heights Terrace El/ms has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Heights Terrace El/ms a charter school?
No, Heights Terrace El/ms is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heights Terrace El/ms a Title I school?
No, Heights Terrace El/ms is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heights Terrace El/ms?
100.0% of students at Heights Terrace El/ms 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (570) 459-3111
Resources & Links
District
Hazleton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 12,609
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,547
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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