For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,672 students in 18013, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 708 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 18013, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18013, PA are Washington Elementary School, Defranco Elementary School and Bangor Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18013 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18013, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18013, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
381 Washington Blvd
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7014
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7014
Gr: 3-4 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Defranco Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
267 Five Points Richmond Rd
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7013
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7013
Gr: 5-6 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Bangor Area Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Five Points Richmond Rd
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7012
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7012
Gr: 7-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Bangor Area High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
187 Five Points Richmond Rd
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7011
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7011
Gr: 9-12 | 883 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
363 Five Points Richmond Rd
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7015
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7015
Gr: K-2 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18013, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18013, PA include Washington Elementary School, Defranco Elementary School and Bangor Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 18013?
5 public schools are located in 18013.
What percentage of students in 18013 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 18013 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18013?
18013 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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