For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,524 students in 19027, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 559 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 19027, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19027, PA are Myers Elementary School, Mckinley School and Elkins Park School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19027 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19027, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19027, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Myers Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7609 Montgomery Ave
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 517-4540
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 517-4540
Grades: K-4
| 309 students
Rank: #22.
Mckinley School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
370 Cedar Rd
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 663-0430
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 663-0430
Grades: K-5
| 616 students
Rank: #33.
Elkins Park School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8149 New Second St
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 881-4941
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 881-4941
Grades: 5-6
| 599 students
19027, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Old York And Melrose Avenue
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Grades: 6-8
| 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19027, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19027, PA include Myers Elementary School, Mckinley School and Elkins Park School.
How many public schools are located in 19027?
3 public schools are located in 19027.
What percentage of students in 19027 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 19027 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19027?
19027 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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