CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Central 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 727 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 42 teachers, Central El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Central Elementary School, located at 829 W. Turner St. in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is a primary educational institution within the Allentown School District. Serving a diverse student body in the heart of the city, the school focuses on providing foundational academic instruction, social-emotional development, and a supportive learning environment for young learners. As part of a large urban district, Central Elementary is dedicated to meeting the varied needs of its students through comprehensive curricula and community-focused outreach programs aimed at fostering academic growth and school spirit.

The school is situated in a central historic district of Allentown, which often influences its role as a neighborhood anchor. Because it operates within an urban setting, Central Elementary emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and equity in education. The faculty and staff strive to create an environment that encourages student engagement and prepares children for the transition to middle school, balancing state-mandated academic standards with the specific cultural and linguistic diversity represented by its student population.

For more information, contact Central El Sch at (484) 765-4801 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.