For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,107 students in 18020, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 965 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 18020, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 18020, PA are Miller Heights Elementary School, Freedom High School and Bethlehem Avts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18020 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18020, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18020, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Miller Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3605 Allen St
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 868-6441
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 868-6441
Grades: K-5
| 340 students
Rank: #22.
Freedom High School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3149 Chester Ave
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 867-5843
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 867-5843
Grades: 9-12
| 1,753 students
Rank: #33.
Bethlehem Avts
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Chester Avenue
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 866-8013
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 866-8013
Grades: 9-12
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18020, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18020, PA include Miller Heights Elementary School, Freedom High School and Bethlehem Avts.
How many public schools are located in 18020?
3 public schools are located in 18020.
What percentage of students in 18020 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 18020 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18020?
18020 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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