For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,920 students in 18102, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18102, PA are Luis A. Ramos Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Sheridan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 18102 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18102, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18102, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Luis A. Ramos Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1430 West Allen St
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4841
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4841
Gr: K-5 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
837 N 9th St
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4941
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4941
Gr: 1-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Sheridan Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
521 N 2nd St
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4881
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4881
Gr: 1-5 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
829 W Turner St
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4801
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4801
Gr: PK-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1227 W Gordon St
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4000
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4000
Gr: K-5 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Trexler Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
851 N 15th St
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4601
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4601
Gr: 6-8 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 18102, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18102, PA include Luis A. Ramos Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Sheridan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18102?
6 public elementary schools are located in 18102.
What is the racial composition of students in 18102?
18102 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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