For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,775 students in 18940, PA (there are 12 private schools, serving 2,150 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 18940, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18940, PA are Newtown Elementary School, Sol Feinstone Elementary School and Goodnoe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18940 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18940, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18940, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newtown Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 Wrights Rd
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2200
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2200
Gr: K-6 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Sol Feinstone Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1090 Eagle Rd
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2400
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2400
Gr: K-6 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Goodnoe Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
298 Frost Lane
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2100
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2100
Gr: K-6 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Wrightstown Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
729 Penns Park Rd
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2300
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2300
Gr: K-6 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Newtown Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
116 Richboro Rd
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2600
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2600
Gr: 7-8 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
Council Rock High School North
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
62 Swamp Rd
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-1300
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-1300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,674 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18940, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18940, PA include Newtown Elementary School, Sol Feinstone Elementary School and Goodnoe Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 18940?
6 public schools are located in 18940.
What percentage of students in 18940 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 18940 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18940?
18940 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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