For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,495 students in 18235, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 89 private students). 97% 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 High School and Lehighton Area Elementary Center. 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 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18235, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Towamensing Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7920 Interchange Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 681-4024
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 681-4024
Grades: K-6
| 307 students
Rank: #22.
Lehighton Area High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Indian Lane
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6180
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6180
Grades: 9-12
| 654 students
Rank: #33.
Lehighton Area Elementary Center
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3 Indian Ln
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Grades: PK-5
| 973 students
Rank: #44.
Lehighton Area MiddleSchool
(Math: 22% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 Beaver Run Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6535
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6535
Grades: 6-8
| 561 students
18235, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
496 W Lizard Creek Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6094
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6094
Grades: K-4
| 127 students
1122 Fairyland Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6163
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6163
Grades: K-4
| 240 students
2466 Mahoning Dr E
Lehighton, PA 18235
(570) 386-4678
Lehighton, PA 18235
(570) 386-4678
Grades: K-4
| 214 students
200 Beaver Run Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Grades: K-4
| 307 students
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 High School and Lehighton Area Elementary Center.
How many public schools are located in 18235, PA?
4 public schools are located in 18235, PA.
What percentage of students in 18235, PA go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 18235, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18235, PA?
18235, PA public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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