RITTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ritter El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Allentown City SD school district, located in Allentown, PA with about 604 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Ritter El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ritter Elementary School, located at 790 N. Plymouth Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is a public school serving students within the Allentown School District. As a neighborhood institution, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education for young learners in the Lehigh Valley, focusing on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and social development. The school’s environment is designed to foster a supportive community where students from diverse backgrounds can engage in learning and prepare for their future academic endeavors.

In addition to its standard curriculum, Ritter Elementary plays an essential role in the local community by offering various resources and initiatives aimed at student success. Like many schools within the Allentown district, it emphasizes a holistic approach to education, encouraging both academic growth and character development. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and student-centered instruction, Ritter Elementary strives to ensure that its pupils are equipped with the foundational skills necessary to thrive as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Ritter El Sch at (484) 765-5661 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.