For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,805 students in 18040, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 31 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 18040, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18040, PA are Shawnee Elementary School, Forks Elementary School and Career Institute Of Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18040 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18040, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18040, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shawnee Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1315 Echo Trail
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2400
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2400
Grades: K-5
| 557 students
Rank: #22.
Forks Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1709 Richmond Rd
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2536
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2536
Grades: K-5
| 335 students
Rank: #33.
Career Institute Of Technology
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5335 Kesslersville Road
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 258-2857
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 258-2857
Grades: 9-12
| 9 students
Rank: #44.
Easton Area Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1010 Echo Trail
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2460
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2460
Grades: 6-8
| 1,904 students
18040, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
990 Echo Trail
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2440
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2440
Grades: 5-6
| 1,392 students
1010 Echo Trl
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2460
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2460
Grades: 7-8
| 1,352 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18040, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18040, PA include Shawnee Elementary School, Forks Elementary School and Career Institute Of Technology.
How many public schools are located in 18040?
4 public schools are located in 18040.
What percentage of students in 18040 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 18040 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18040?
18040 public schools minority enrollment is 55% 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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