For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,943 students in 18049, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 341 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 18049, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18049, PA are Seven Generations Charter School, Lincoln Elementary School and Emmaus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18049 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18049, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18049, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seven Generations Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
33 E Minor St
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 421-8844
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 421-8844
Gr: K-7 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
233 Seem St
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1636
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1636
Gr: K-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Emmaus High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Macungie Ave
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1651
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1651
Gr: 9-12 | 2,819 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
520 Elm St
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1645
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1645
Gr: K-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18049, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18049, PA include Seven Generations Charter School, Lincoln Elementary School and Emmaus High School.
How many public schools are located in 18049?
4 public schools are located in 18049.
What percentage of students in 18049 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 18049 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18049?
18049 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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