For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,287 students in 19053, PA (there are 7 private schools, serving 328 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 19053, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19053, PA are Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School, Tawanka Elementary School and Poquessing Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19053 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19053, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19053, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Heights Lane
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053
(215) 809-6370
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053
(215) 809-6370
Gr: K-4 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Tawanka Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2055 Brownsville Rd
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053
(215) 809-6502
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053
(215) 809-6502
Gr: K-4 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Poquessing Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Heights Ln
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053
(215) 809-6210
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053
(215) 809-6210
Gr: 5-8 | 966 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19053, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19053, PA include Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School, Tawanka Elementary School and Poquessing Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 19053?
3 public schools are located in 19053.
What percentage of students in 19053 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 19053 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19053?
19053 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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