For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,716 students in 18436, PA (there are , serving 193 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 18436, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18436, PA are Jefferson Elementary School, Western Wayne High School and Evergreen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18436 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18436, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18436, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
825 Lions Rd
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(570) 689-2656
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(570) 689-2656
Grades: K-3
| 249 students
Rank: #22.
Western Wayne High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1970a Easton Turnpike
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(800) 321-9973
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(800) 321-9973
Grades: 9-12
| 541 students
Rank: #33.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
739 Easton Turnpike
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(800) 321-9973
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(800) 321-9973
Grades: PK-5
| 543 students
Rank: #44.
Western Wayne Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1970b Easton Turnpike
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(800) 321-9973
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(800) 321-9973
Grades: 6-8
| 383 students
18436, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
111 Gravity Rd
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(570) 698-5119
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(570) 698-5119
Grades: 3-5
| 316 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18436, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18436, PA include Jefferson Elementary School, Western Wayne High School and Evergreen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 18436?
4 public schools are located in 18436.
What percentage of students in 18436 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 18436 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18436?
18436 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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