For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,871 students in 19147, PA.
Public high schools in zipcode 19147 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 48%).
Public high school in zipcode 19147 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Academy At Palumbo, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19147, PA Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy At Palumbo
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥95% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1100 Catharine St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8130
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8130
Grades: 9-12
| 1,117 students
Rank: #22.
Creative And Performing Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8140
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8140
Grades: 9-12
| 754 students
19147, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1198 South 5th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 952-6209
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 952-6209
Grades: PK-8
| 311 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 19147, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 19147, PA include Academy At Palumbo and Creative And Performing Arts.
How many public high schools are located in 19147, PA?
2 public high schools are located in 19147, PA.
What is the racial composition of students in 19147, PA?
19147, PA public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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