For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,128 students in Bristol, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 312 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Bristol, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Bristol, PA are Warren Snyder-john Girotti Elementary School, Bristol High School and Bristol Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Bristol, PA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Warren Snyder-john Girotti Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
450 Beaver St
Bristol, PA 19007
(215) 781-1000
Bristol, PA 19007
(215) 781-1000
Gr: PK-6 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Bristol High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Wilson Avenue
Bristol, PA 19007
(215) 781-1000
Bristol, PA 19007
(215) 781-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Bristol Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Wilson Ave
Bristol, PA 19007
(215) 781-1000
Bristol, PA 19007
(215) 781-1000
Gr: 7-8 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Bristol, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4201 Fayette Dr
Bristol, PA 19007
(215) 788-5400
Bristol, PA 19007
(215) 788-5400
Gr: K-6 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bristol, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Bristol, PA include Warren Snyder-john Girotti Elementary School, Bristol High School and Bristol Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bristol?
3 public schools are located in Bristol.
What percentage of students in Bristol go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Bristol are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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