For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,330 students in 19072, PA (there are 3 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 75% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 56% 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 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19072, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penn Valley School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 Righters Mill Rd
Narberth, PA 19072
(610) 645-1460
Narberth, PA 19072
(610) 645-1460
Gr: K-4 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Welsh Valley Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
325 Tower Lane
Narberth, PA 19072
(610) 658-3920
Narberth, PA 19072
(610) 658-3920
Gr: 5-8 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
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 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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