For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,811 students in 18235, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18235, PA are Towamensing Elementary School, Lehighton Area Elementary Center and Lehighton Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 18235 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18235, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18235, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Towamensing Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7920 Interchange Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 681-4024
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:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3 Indian Ln
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-7880
Gr: PK-5 | 1,005 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Lehighton Area Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 Beaver Run Rd
Lehighton, PA 18235
(610) 377-6535
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 elementary schools in 18235, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18235, PA include Towamensing Elementary School, Lehighton Area Elementary Center and Lehighton Area Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18235?
3 public elementary schools are located in 18235.
What is the racial composition of students in 18235?
18235 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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