For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 1,878 students in 18017, PA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 18017, PA is Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 18017 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 18017, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 18017, PA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2040 Avenue C
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 866-9660
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 866-9660
Gr: K-12 | 1,878 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 18017, PA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 18017, PA include Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 18017?
1 public charter schools are located in 18017.
What is the racial composition of students in 18017?
18017 public charter schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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