For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,003 students in 19401, PA (there are 7 private schools, serving 595 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 19401, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19401, PA are Hancock Elementary School, Cole Manor Elementary School and East Norriton MiddleSchool. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19401 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19401, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19401, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Arch & Summit Streets
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-5522
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-5522
Grades: 1-4
| 332 students
Rank: #22.
Cole Manor Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2350 Springview Rd
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-5525
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-5525
Grades: K-4
| 382 students
Rank: #33.
East Norriton MiddleSchool
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
330 Roland Dr
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-6520
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-6520
Grades: 5-8
| 910 students
Rank: #44.
Gotwals Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 E Oak St
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-1077
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-1077
Grades: 1-4
| 355 students
Rank: #55.
Eisenhower MiddleSchool
(Math: 10% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Markley St
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 277-8720
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 277-8720
Grades: 5-8
| 790 students
Rank: #66.
Roosevelt Campus Of The Norristown Area
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1161 Markley St
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-9720
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-9720
Grades: 9-12
| 144 students
Rank: #77.
Stewart MiddleSchool
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1315 W Marshall St
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-6870
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-6870
Grades: 5-8
| 797 students
Rank: n/an/a
1020 Sandy Street
Norristown, PA 19401
(484) 270-2140
Norristown, PA 19401
(484) 270-2140
Grades: K
| 293 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19401, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19401, PA include Hancock Elementary School, Cole Manor Elementary School and East Norriton MiddleSchool.
How many public schools are located in 19401, PA?
8 public schools are located in 19401, PA.
What percentage of students in 19401, PA go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 19401, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19401, PA?
19401, PA public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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