For the 2026 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 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18252, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tamaqua Area Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Penn St
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-1901
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-1901
Gr: 9-12 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Tamaqua Area Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
502 Penn Street
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-1210
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-1210
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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
Gr: K-5 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
18252, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
50 Meadow Ave
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-6932
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-6932
Gr: K-1 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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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