Below Average
#2348 of 2,846 schools in PA
Luis A. Ramos EL Sch
Elementary School · Allentown City SD
1430 West Allen St, Allentown, PA 18102
Enrollment
699
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
699
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,348 of 2,846
In Allentown
#19 of 34
public schools
In district
#7 of 21
Allentown City SD
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Luis A. Ramos EL Sch
Elementary School in Allentown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Luis A. Ramos EL Sch
Luis A. Ramos EL Sch is a public elementary school in Allentown, PA, part of Allentown City SD. Luis A.
Ramos EL Sch serves approximately 699 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Luis A. Ramos EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,348 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Luis A. Ramos EL Sch show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Luis A. Ramos 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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Luis A. Ramos EL Sch — Students at Luis A. Ramos EL Sch score 27% 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 34 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: 5.0/10.
How Luis A. Ramos EL Sch Compares
See how Luis A. Ramos EL Sch 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
1430 West Allen St, Allentown, PA 18102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Luis A. Ramos EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kratzer Sch (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAI LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Allentown, see our Allentown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Early Childhood Center Allentown | 0.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Trexler MS Allentown | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch Allentown | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| William Allen HS Allentown | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| CAI LEARNING ACADEMY Allentown | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Allentown | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Francis D Raub MS Allentown | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Washington El Sch Allentown | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Union Terrace El Sch Allentown | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Central El Sch Allentown | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Muhlenberg El Sch Allentown | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Allentown | 0.9 mi | — |
| Arts Academy Elementary CS Allentown | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY Allentown | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Building 21 Allentown Allentown | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Roberto Clemente CS Allentown | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Jefferson El Sch Allentown | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Sheridan El Sch Allentown | 1.5 mi | 2.4 |
| Kratzer Sch Allentown | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Lehigh Parkway El Sch Allentown | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
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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| Lehigh Valley Dual Language CS Bethlehem, PA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Luis A. Ramos EL Sch
What grades does Luis A. Ramos EL Sch serve?
Luis A. Ramos EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Luis A. Ramos EL Sch?
Luis A. Ramos EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 699 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Luis A. Ramos EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Luis A. Ramos EL Sch is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Luis A. Ramos EL Sch rank in PA?
Luis A. Ramos EL Sch ranks #2,348 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Luis A. Ramos EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Luis A. Ramos EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Luis A. Ramos EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Luis A. Ramos EL Sch has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Luis A. Ramos EL Sch a charter school?
No, Luis A. Ramos EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Luis A. Ramos EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Luis A. Ramos EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Luis A. Ramos EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Luis A. Ramos 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 699
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Lehigh County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (484) 765-4841
Resources & Links
District
Allentown City SD- District Enrollment
- 16,510
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,007
- District Rank
- #7 of 21
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