For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 906 students in 19027, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 559 private students). 62% 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 and Mckinley 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 58% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19027, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19027, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Myers Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | 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
Gr: K-4 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Mckinley School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
370 Cedar Rd
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 663-0430
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 663-0430
Gr: K-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
19027, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8149 New Second St
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 881-4941
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 881-4941
Gr: 5-6 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Old York And Melrose Avenue
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Gr: 6-8 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 90%
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 and Mckinley School.
How many public schools are located in 19027?
2 public schools are located in 19027.
What percentage of students in 19027 go to public school?
62% 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 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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