For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,795 students in 18040, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 4 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 18040, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18040, PA are Shawnee Elementary School, Forks Elementary School and Career Institute Of Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18040 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18040, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18040, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shawnee Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1315 Echo Trail
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2400
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2400
Gr: K-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Forks Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1709 Richmond Rd
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2536
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2536
Gr: K-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Career Institute Of Technology
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5335 Kesslersville Road
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 258-2857
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 258-2857
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Easton Area Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1010 Echo Trail
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2460
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 250-2460
Gr: 6-8 | 1,879 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18040, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18040, PA include Shawnee Elementary School, Forks Elementary School and Career Institute Of Technology.
How many public schools are located in 18040?
4 public schools are located in 18040.
What percentage of students in 18040 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 18040 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18040?
18040 public schools minority enrollment is 56% 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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