For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,318 students in 19072, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 493 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 19072, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19072, PA are Penn Valley School and Welsh Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19072 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19072, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19072, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Penn Valley School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 Righters Mill Rd
Narberth, PA 19072
(610) 645-1460
Narberth, PA 19072
(610) 645-1460
Grades: K-4
| 500 students
Rank: #22.
Welsh Valley Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
325 Tower Lane
Narberth, PA 19072
(610) 658-3920
Narberth, PA 19072
(610) 658-3920
Grades: 5-8
| 818 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19072, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19072, PA include Penn Valley School and Welsh Valley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 19072?
2 public schools are located in 19072.
What percentage of students in 19072 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 19072 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19072?
19072 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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