Best 18235 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,441 students in 18235, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 109 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 18235, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18235, PA are Towamensing Elementary School, Lehighton Area Elementary Center and Lehighton Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18235 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18235, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 18235, PA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Towamensing Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7920 Interchange Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 681-4024
Gr: K-6 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Lehighton Area Elementary Center
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3 Indian Ln
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Gr: PK-5 | 1,005 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Lehighton Area High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Indian Lane
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6180
Gr: 9-12 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Lehighton Area Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
301 Beaver Run Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6535
Gr: 6-8 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 18235, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18235, PA include Towamensing Elementary School, Lehighton Area Elementary Center and Lehighton Area High School.
How many public schools are located in 18235?
4 public schools are located in 18235.
What percentage of students in 18235 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 18235 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18235?
18235 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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