For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 415 students in 18102, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 18102, PA is Building 21 Allentown. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 18102 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 18102, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 18102 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Building 21 Allentown, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18102, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Building 21 Allentown
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
265 Lehigh St
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4400
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 765-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 18102, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 18102, PA include Building 21 Allentown.
How many public high schools are located in 18102?
1 public high schools are located in 18102.
What is the racial composition of students in 18102?
18102 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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