For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,452 students in 18235, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 262 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 18235, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18235, PA are Towamensing Elementary School, Lehighton Area Elementary Center and Lehighton Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18235 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18235, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18235, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Towamensing Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7920 Interchange Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 681-4024
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 681-4024
Gr: K-6 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Lehighton Area Elementary Center
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3 Indian Ln
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Gr: PK-5 | 1,013 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Lehighton Area High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Indian Lane
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6180
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6180
Gr: 9-12 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Lehighton Area Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 Beaver Run Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6535
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6535
Gr: 6-8 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
18235, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
496 W Lizard Creek Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6094
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6094
Gr: K-4 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
1122 Fairyland Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6163
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6163
Gr: K-4 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
2466 Mahoning Dr E
Lehighton, PA 18235
(570) 386-4678
Lehighton, PA 18235
(570) 386-4678
Gr: K-4 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
200 Beaver Run Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Gr: K-4 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18235, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18235, PA include Towamensing Elementary School, Lehighton Area Elementary Center and Lehighton Area High School.
How many public schools are located in 18235?
4 public schools are located in 18235.
What percentage of students in 18235 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 18235 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18235?
18235 public schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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