For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,172 students in Folsom, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Folsom, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Folsom, PA are Ridley High School and Edgewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Folsom, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Folsom have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Folsom, PA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridley High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 Morton Avenue
Folsom, PA 19033
(610) 237-8034
Folsom, PA 19033
(610) 237-8034
Gr: 9-12 | 1,825 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Edgewood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
525 8th Ave
Folsom, PA 19033
(610) 534-1900
Folsom, PA 19033
(610) 534-1900
Gr: K-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Folsom, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Folsom, PA include Ridley High School and Edgewood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Folsom?
2 public schools are located in Folsom.
What percentage of students in Folsom go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Folsom are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Folsom?
Folsom public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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