For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,989 students in 18018, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18018, PA are Calypso Elementary School, Nitschmann Middle School and Clearview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 18018 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18018, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18018, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calypso Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1021 Calypso Ave
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 691-0152
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 691-0152
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Nitschmann Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1002 W. Union Blvd
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 866-5781
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 866-5781
Gr: 6-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Clearview Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2121 Abington Rd
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 868-5994
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 868-5994
Gr: K-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
William Penn Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1002 Main St
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 694-0116
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 694-0116
Gr: K-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
404 E North St
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 691-1776
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 691-1776
Gr: K-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Northeast Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1170 Fernwood St
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 868-8581
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 868-8581
Gr: 6-8 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #77.
Lehigh Valley Dual Language Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
675 E Broad Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 419-3120
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 419-3120
Gr: K-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 18018, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18018, PA include Calypso Elementary School, Nitschmann Middle School and Clearview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18018?
7 public elementary schools are located in 18018.
What is the racial composition of students in 18018?
18018 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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