For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 760 students in 16242, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 37 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 16242, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 16242, PA is Redbank Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16242 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16242, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16242, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Redbank Valley High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
910 Broad St
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2424
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2424
Grades: 6-12
| 562 students
Rank: n/an/a
600 Vine Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2680
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2680
Grades: K-2
| 198 students
16242, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
330 Pheasant Farm Rd
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-1550
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-1550
Grades: K-6
| 136 students
600 Vine St
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2680
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2680
Grades: K-6
| 253 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16242, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16242, PA include Redbank Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in 16242, PA?
2 public schools are located in 16242, PA.
What percentage of students in 16242, PA go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 16242, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16242, PA?
16242, PA public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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