For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,543 students in 18032, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 1,947 private students). 43% of all K-12 students in 18032, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18032, PA are Francis H Sheckler Elementary School, Catasauqua Middle School and Innovative Arts Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18032 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18032, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18032, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Francis H Sheckler Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
251 N 14th St
Catasauqua, PA 18032
(610) 264-5601
Catasauqua, PA 18032
(610) 264-5601
Gr: K-4 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Catasauqua Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
850 Pine Street
Catasauqua, PA 18032
(610) 264-4341
Catasauqua, PA 18032
(610) 264-4341
Gr: 5-8 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Innovative Arts Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
330 Howertown Road
Catasauqua, PA 18032
(610) 403-2787
Catasauqua, PA 18032
(610) 403-2787
Gr: 6-12 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18032, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18032, PA include Francis H Sheckler Elementary School, Catasauqua Middle School and Innovative Arts Academy Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 18032?
3 public schools are located in 18032.
What percentage of students in 18032 go to public school?
43% of all K-12 students in 18032 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18032?
18032 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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