For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 261 students in 18071, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 18071, PA is Palmerton Area Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 18071 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 18071, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18071, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmerton Area Junior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3529 Fireline Rd
Palmerton, PA 18071
(610) 826-2492
Palmerton, PA 18071
(610) 826-2492
Gr: 7-8 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 18071, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 18071, PA include Palmerton Area Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 18071?
1 public middle schools are located in 18071.
What is the racial composition of students in 18071?
18071 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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