Heights Terrace Elementary/Middle School

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Heights Terrace Elementary/Middle School

Public Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-8
275 Mill St,  Hazleton, PA
Hazleton Area School District
1.6
1,236 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Math Proficiency
14%
Reading Proficiency
25%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
14%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
68
Full Time Teachers
68
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
2.3%
State Average
16.6%
Science
10%
State Average
29.5%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
1,075:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.3%
Male
47.7%
Hispanic
90.4%
White
7.7%
Black
1.1%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
1.6 9 Reviews
1.0 other
3/31/2026
I used to go here and it was bad honestly. Two of my friends that I still talk to say that there are LOTS of bullying and harassment which is why I don't recommend this school. Please the people in charge of the district do something about this school.
1.0 other
3/31/2026
I used to go here and it was bad honestly. Two of my friends that I still talk to say that there are LOTS of bullying and harassment which is why I don't recommend this school. Please the people in charge of the district do something about this school.
1.0 student
6/7/2025
The best part about this school is leaving.
1.0 student
6/4/2025
This school lowki sucks, the best part of it is leaving. I am incredibly happy that I am finally escaping this place.

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Heights Terrace Elementary/Middle School is a public school for students in grades K-8 in Hazleton, PA, in the Hazleton neighborhood, and is served by the Hazleton Area School District in Pennsylvania. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,236 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 14% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 25% are proficient in reading. Heights Terrace Elementary/Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $221,334. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hazleton Area High School, Immanuel Christian School, Bishop Hafey Junior/Senior High School, and more. Learn more about what Hazleton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Heights Terrace Elementary/Middle School.

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