HEIGHTS TERRACE EL/MS

Heights Terrace El/MS is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hazleton Area SD school district, located in Hazleton, PA with about 1,088 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 66 teachers, Heights Terrace El/MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Heights Terrace Elementary/Middle School, located at 275 Mill Street in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, serves as a key educational facility within the Hazleton Area School District. As a combined elementary and middle school, it caters to a diverse student population, providing foundational instruction for younger children while supporting the transitional academic needs of middle-grade students. The school is situated in a central area of Hazleton, functioning as a neighborhood anchor that plays a significant role in the local community’s educational landscape.

Academically, the school follows the curriculum standards set by the Hazleton Area School District, focusing on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Heights Terrace typically emphasizes character development and student engagement, striving to prepare students for the rigors of high school. Like many schools in the district, it navigates the challenges and opportunities of a growing, culturally diverse population, often utilizing various support services and extracurricular activities to foster an inclusive environment for all learners.

For more information, contact Heights Terrace El/MS at (570) 459-3111 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.