For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,907 students in 18109, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 143 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 18109, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18109, PA are Louis E Dieruff High School, Executive Education Charter School and Ritter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18109 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18109, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18109, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Louis E Dieruff High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
815 N Irving St
Allentown, PA 18109
(484) 765-5501
Allentown, PA 18109
(484) 765-5501
Grades: 9-12
| 1,880 students
Rank: #22.
Executive Education Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
555 Union Boulevard
Allentown, PA 18109
(610) 841-7044
Allentown, PA 18109
(610) 841-7044
Grades: K-12
| 1,338 students
Rank: #33.
Ritter Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
790 N Plymouth Street
Allentown, PA 18109
(484) 765-5661
Allentown, PA 18109
(484) 765-5661
Grades: K-5
| 419 students
Rank: #44.
Mosser Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
129 S Dauphin St
Allentown, PA 18109
(484) 765-5881
Allentown, PA 18109
(484) 765-5881
Grades: K-5
| 458 students
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Leadership Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1414 E. Cedar St.
Allentown, PA 18109
(484) 860-3300
Allentown, PA 18109
(484) 860-3300
Grades: K-12
| 812 students
18109, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Allentown Secure Treatment Unt High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1560 Hanover Ave
Allentown, PA 18109
(610) 433-9839
Allentown, PA 18109
(610) 433-9839
Grades: 9-12
| 13 students
2020 East Pennsylvania St
Allentown, PA 18109
(484) 765-5681
Allentown, PA 18109
(484) 765-5681
Grades: PK-K
| 309 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18109, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18109, PA include Louis E Dieruff High School, Executive Education Charter School and Ritter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 18109, PA?
5 public schools are located in 18109, PA.
What percentage of students in 18109, PA go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 18109, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18109, PA?
18109, PA public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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