For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,761 students in 19104, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19104, PA are Penn Alexander School, Powel Samuel School and Science Leadership Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19104 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19104, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19104, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penn Alexander School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4209 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7760
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7760
Gr: K-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Powel Samuel School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3610 Warren St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7740
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7740
Gr: K-4 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Science Leadership Academy Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3610 Warren St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-8320
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-8320
Gr: 5-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Washington Martha School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
766 N 44th St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7770
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7770
Gr: K-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Mcmichael Morton School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3543 Fairmount Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7750
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7750
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
19104, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3724 Warren St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 823-8219
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 823-8219
Gr: PK-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frontier Virtual Charter High School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
3020 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 590-8230
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 590-8230
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 87%
1301 Belmont Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 581-5500
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 581-5500
Gr: K-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
3601 Filbert St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 387-5100
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 387-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19104, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19104, PA include Penn Alexander School, Powel Samuel School and Science Leadership Academy Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19104?
5 public elementary schools are located in 19104.
What is the racial composition of students in 19104?
19104 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Recent Articles
School Leadership Matters: Evaluating a Principal
Learn how to evaluate a public school principal before enrolling by examining leadership stability, teacher support, communication, school culture, instructional priorities, discipline, family engagement, and measurable improvement efforts.
Comparing Before- and After-School Programs
Learn how to compare before- and after-school programs when choosing a public school, including hours, costs, staffing, safety, activities, enrollment rules, transportation, meals, and daily convenience for families.
Choosing a Public School During Budget Uncertainty
Learn which questions parents should ask when choosing a public school during budget uncertainty, including staffing, programs, class sizes, transportation, reserves, enrollment trends, and planned reductions ahead.