For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,801 students in 18252, PA (there are , serving 558 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 18252, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18252, PA are Tamaqua Area Sr. High School, Tamaqua Area Middle School and Tamaqua Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18252 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18252, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18252, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tamaqua Area Sr. High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Penn St
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-1901
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-1901
Grades: 9-12
| 654 students
Rank: #22.
Tamaqua Area Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
502 Penn Street
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-1210
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-1210
Grades: 6-8
| 467 students
Rank: #33.
Tamaqua Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Boyle Ave
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-3306
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-3306
Grades: K-5
| 680 students
18252, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
50 Meadow Ave
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-6932
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-6932
Grades: K-1
| 240 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18252, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18252, PA include Tamaqua Area Sr. High School, Tamaqua Area Middle School and Tamaqua Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 18252?
3 public schools are located in 18252.
What percentage of students in 18252 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 18252 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18252?
18252 public schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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