For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,031 students in 18102, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 18102, PA is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 18102 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 18102, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18102, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: n/an/a
517 N 15th St
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4700
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4700
Gr: PK-K | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
1394 Walnut St
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4164
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4164
Gr: PK-K | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 18102, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 18102, PA include Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 18102?
3 public preschools are located in 18102.
What is the racial composition of students in 18102?
18102 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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