For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,983 students in 18049, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 354 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 18049, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18049, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 18049 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 18049, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 18049, PA Public Schools (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 18049, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18049, PA include Seven Generations Charter School, Lincoln Elementary School and Emmaus High School.
How many public schools are located in 18049?
4 public schools are located in 18049.
What percentage of students in 18049 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 18049 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18049?
18049 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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