For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 761 students in 16242, PA (there are , serving 63 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 16242, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 16242, PA is Redbank Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
schools in zipcode 16242 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16242, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16242, PA Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Redbank Valley High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
910 Broad St
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2424
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2424
Grades: 6-12
| 549 students
Rank: n/an/a
600 Vine Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2680
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2680
Grades: K-2
| 212 students
16242, Pennsylvania Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
330 Pheasant Farm Rd
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-1550
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-1550
Grades: K-6
| 136 students
600 Vine St
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2680
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2680
Grades: K-6
| 253 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16242, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16242, PA include Redbank Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in 16242?
2 public schools are located in 16242.
What percentage of students in 16242 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 16242 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16242?
16242 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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