For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,057 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 MiddleSchool. 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 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18072, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pen Argyl Area High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 W Laurel Ave
Pen Argyl, PA 18072
(610) 863-1293
Pen Argyl, PA 18072
(610) 863-1293
Grades: 9-12
| 518 students
Rank: #22.
Wind Gap MiddleSchool
(Math: 28% | Reading: 56%)
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
| 539 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 MiddleSchool.
How many public schools are located in 18072, PA?
2 public schools are located in 18072, PA.
What percentage of students in 18072, PA go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 18072, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18072, PA?
18072, PA public schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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