For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,532 students in 19038, PA (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,242 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 19038, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19038, PA are Springfield Twp High School, Copper Beech School and Glenside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19038 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19038, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19038, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springfield Twp High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1801 E Paper Mill Rd
Glenside, PA 19038
(215) 233-6000
Glenside, PA 19038
(215) 233-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Copper Beech School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
825 N Easton Road
Glenside, PA 19038
(215) 881-2000
Glenside, PA 19038
(215) 881-2000
Gr: K-5 | 860 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Glenside Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Harrison Ave
Glenside, PA 19038
(215) 881-6440
Glenside, PA 19038
(215) 881-6440
Gr: K-4 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
300 Montgomery Ave
Glenside, PA 19038
(215) 233-6000
Glenside, PA 19038
(215) 233-6000
Gr: K-2 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19038, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19038, PA include Springfield Twp High School, Copper Beech School and Glenside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 19038?
4 public schools are located in 19038.
What percentage of students in 19038 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 19038 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19038?
19038 public schools minority enrollment is 34% 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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