For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,983 students in Emmaus, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 352 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Emmaus, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Emmaus, PA are Seven Generations Charter School, Lincoln Elementary School and Emmaus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Emmaus, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Emmaus have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Emmaus, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seven Generations Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
33 E Minor St
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 421-8844
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 421-8844
Gr: K-8 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
233 Seem St
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1636
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1636
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Emmaus High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Macungie Ave
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1651
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1651
Gr: 9-12 | 2,842 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
520 Elm St
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1645
Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-1645
Gr: K-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Emmaus, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Emmaus, PA include Seven Generations Charter School, Lincoln Elementary School and Emmaus High School.
How many public schools are located in Emmaus?
4 public schools are located in Emmaus.
What percentage of students in Emmaus go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Emmaus are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Emmaus?
Emmaus public schools minority enrollment is 36% 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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