For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,748 students in 18101, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 18101, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18101, PA are Roberto Clemente Charter School, Arts Academy Elementary Charter School and Harrison-morton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18101 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18101, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18101, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roberto Clemente Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
136 S 4th Street
Allentown, PA 18101
(610) 439-5814
Allentown, PA 18101
(610) 439-5814
Gr: K-12 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Arts Academy Elementary Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 W Union Street
Allentown, PA 18101
(610) 841-4560
Allentown, PA 18101
(610) 841-4560
Gr: K-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #33.
Harrison-morton Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
137 N 2nd St
Allentown, PA 18101
(484) 765-5701
Allentown, PA 18101
(484) 765-5701
Gr: 6-8 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18101, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18101, PA include Roberto Clemente Charter School, Arts Academy Elementary Charter School and Harrison-morton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 18101?
3 public schools are located in 18101.
What percentage of students in 18101 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 18101 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18101?
18101 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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