For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,409 students in 19023, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19023, PA are Colwyn Elementary School, Harris School and Park Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19023 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19023, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19023, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colwyn Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
211 Pine Street
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 957-5470
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 957-5470
Gr: K-6 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Harris School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Sharon Avenue
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 522-4370
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 522-4370
Gr: K-8 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Park Lane Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Park Ln
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-4880
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-4880
Gr: K-6 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Walnut Street Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
224 South Sixth Street
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-5660
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-5660
Gr: K-6 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
19023, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
224 S 6th St
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-5660
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-5660
Gr: K-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19023, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19023, PA include Colwyn Elementary School, Harris School and Park Lane Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19023?
4 public elementary schools are located in 19023.
What is the racial composition of students in 19023?
19023 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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