For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 549 students in 16242, PA.
The top-ranked public high 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.
Public high school in zipcode 16242 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 16242, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 16242 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Redbank Valley High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16242, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Redbank Valley High School
(Math: 21% | 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
Gr: 6-12 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
16242, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
330 Pheasant Farm Rd
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-1550
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-1550
Gr: K-6 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
600 Vine St
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2680
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
(814) 275-2680
Gr: K-6 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 16242, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 16242, PA include Redbank Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in 16242?
1 public high schools are located in 16242.
What is the racial composition of students in 16242?
16242 public high schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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