For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,032 students in Allentown, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 198 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Allentown, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Allentown, NJ are Newell Elementary School, Stonebridge Middle School and Allentown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Allentown, NJ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Allentown have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Allentown, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27 High Street
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Grades: PK-4
| 543 students
Rank: #22.
Stonebridge Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1252 Yardville-allentown Road
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Grades: 5-8
| 446 students
Rank: #33.
Allentown High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
27 High Street
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Grades: 9-12
| 1,043 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Allentown, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in Allentown, NJ include Newell Elementary School, Stonebridge Middle School and Allentown High School.
How many public schools are located in Allentown?
3 public schools are located in Allentown.
What percentage of students in Allentown go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Allentown are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Allentown?
Allentown public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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