For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,156 students in 18020, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 965 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 18020, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18020, PA are Miller Heights Elementary School, Freedom High School and Bethlehem Area Vocational-technical School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18020 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18020, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18020, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Miller Heights Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3605 Allen St
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 868-6441
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 868-6441
Grades: K-5
| 331 students
Rank: #22.
Freedom High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3149 Chester Ave
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 867-5843
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 867-5843
Grades: 9-12
| 1,813 students
Rank: #33.
Bethlehem Area Vocational-technical School
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Chester Avenue
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 866-8013
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 866-8013
Grades: 9-12
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18020, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18020, PA include Miller Heights Elementary School, Freedom High School and Bethlehem Area Vocational-technical School.
How many public schools are located in 18020?
3 public schools are located in 18020.
What percentage of students in 18020 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 18020 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18020?
18020 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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