For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,044 students in 18101, PA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 18101, PA are Roberto Clemente Charter School and Arts Academy Elementary Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 18101 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 18101, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 18101, PA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roberto Clemente Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
136 S 4th Street
Allentown, PA 18101
(610) 439-5814
Allentown, PA 18101
(610) 439-5814
Gr: K-12 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Arts Academy Elementary Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 W Union Street
Allentown, PA 18101
(610) 841-4560
Allentown, PA 18101
(610) 841-4560
Gr: K-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 18101, PA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 18101, PA include Roberto Clemente Charter School and Arts Academy Elementary Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 18101?
2 public charter schools are located in 18101.
What is the racial composition of students in 18101?
18101 public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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