What types of schools are available in Allentown, Pennsylvania?

Allentown, Pennsylvania offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Q: How many schools are in Allentown, Pennsylvania?

There are 36 schools in Allentown, Pennsylvania, serving 28,122 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Allentown?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Allentown, Pennsylvania, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 36 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

28,122

Total Students

Across Allentown

14.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

36 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)10 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)10 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 3,279 students at Parkland Hs.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 9:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Building 21 Allentown

publichighGrade 9-12

265 Lehigh St, Allentown, PA 18102

Ruby Bridge Childhood Center

publicelementaryPK-K

1394 Walnut St, Allentown, PA 18102

Jackson Early Childhood Center

publicelementaryPK-K

517 N 15Th St, Allentown, PA 18102

815 N Irving St, Allentown, PA 18109

740 N 21St St, Allentown, PA 18104

1939 W Union St, Allentown, PA 18104

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

851 N 15Th St, Allentown, PA 18102

129 S Dauphin St, Allentown, PA 18109

Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch

publicelementaryK-5

1227 W Gordon St, Allentown, PA 18102

publicelementaryGrade 1-5

521 N 2Nd St, Allentown, PA 18102

768 Parkway Rd, Allentown, PA 18104

2200 Huckleberry Rd, Allentown, PA 18104

3635 Broadway, Allentown, PA 18104

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1200 Springhouse Rd, Allentown, PA 18104

2700 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18104

1400 Gaskill Ave, Allentown, PA 18103

500 E Montgomery St, Allentown, PA 18103

publicmiddleGrade 5-8

3301 Devonshire Rd, Allentown, PA 18103

790 N Plymouth Street, Allentown, PA 18109

Arts Academy Elementary Cs

charter schoolelementaryK-5

601 W Union Street, Allentown, PA 18101

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Allentown

Allentown, Pennsylvania is home to 36 schools serving over 28,122 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Allentown, Pennsylvania?

There are 36 schools in Allentown, serving 28,122 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Allentown?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Allentown include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Allentown?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Allentown is 14.3:1.

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