THIRTEENTH & UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Thirteenth & Union El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Reading SD school district, located in Reading, PA with about 885 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 48 teachers, Thirteenth & Union El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Thirteenth & Union Elementary School, located in Reading, Pennsylvania, serves as a vital educational anchor within the Reading School District. As a public institution, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and character development for students in the surrounding urban community. It operates with a focus on providing foundational learning in core subjects while working to meet the diverse social and educational needs of its student population.

The school is deeply integrated into the 13th Street corridor of Reading, reflecting the unique cultural and socioeconomic landscape of the area. Like many schools in the district, Thirteenth & Union emphasizes community involvement and strives to create a supportive environment where students are prepared for future academic success. By providing a structured curriculum and access to various school resources, the institution plays a critical role in the lives of local families, aiming to bridge educational gaps and empower the next generation of students in the Reading community.

For more information, contact Thirteenth & Union El Sch at (610) 371-5795 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.