For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,853 students in Hellertown, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 134 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Hellertown, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hellertown, PA are Saucon Valley Sr. High School, Saucon Valley Elementary School and Saucon Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hellertown, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Hellertown have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Hellertown, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saucon Valley Sr. High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2100 Polk Valley Rd
Hellertown, PA 18055
(610) 838-7001
Hellertown, PA 18055
(610) 838-7001
Gr: 9-12 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Saucon Valley Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2085 Polk Valley Rd
Hellertown, PA 18055
(610) 838-7001
Hellertown, PA 18055
(610) 838-7001
Gr: K-4 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Saucon Valley Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2095 Polk Valley Rd
Hellertown, PA 18055
(610) 838-7001
Hellertown, PA 18055
(610) 838-7001
Gr: 5-8 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hellertown, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Hellertown, PA include Saucon Valley Sr. High School, Saucon Valley Elementary School and Saucon Valley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Hellertown?
3 public schools are located in Hellertown.
What percentage of students in Hellertown go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Hellertown are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hellertown?
Hellertown public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Hellertown are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hellertown include: Saucon Valley Elementary School vs. Saucon Valley Middle School, Saucon Valley Middle School vs. Saucon Valley Elementary School
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