For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,009 students in 18072, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 228 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 18072, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18072, PA are Pen Argyl Area High School and Wind Gap Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18072 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18072, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18072, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pen Argyl Area High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 W Laurel Ave
Pen Argyl, PA 18072
(610) 863-1293
Pen Argyl, PA 18072
(610) 863-1293
Grades: 9-12
| 466 students
Rank: #22.
Wind Gap Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1620 Teels Rd
Pen Argyl, PA 18072
(610) 863-9093
Pen Argyl, PA 18072
(610) 863-9093
Grades: 4-8
| 543 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18072, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18072, PA include Pen Argyl Area High School and Wind Gap Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 18072?
2 public schools are located in 18072.
What percentage of students in 18072 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 18072 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18072?
18072 public schools minority enrollment is 15% 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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