For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,280 students in 18104, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 18104, PA are Muhlenberg Elementary School and Union Terrace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 18104 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 18104, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18104, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Muhlenberg Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
740 N 21st St
Allentown, PA 18104
(484) 765-4861
Allentown, PA 18104
(484) 765-4861
Gr: PK-5 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Union Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1939 W Union St
Allentown, PA 18104
(484) 765-5481
Allentown, PA 18104
(484) 765-5481
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 18104, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 18104, PA include Muhlenberg Elementary School and Union Terrace Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 18104?
2 public preschools are located in 18104.
What is the racial composition of students in 18104?
18104 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% 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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