For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 9,407 students in 19111, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,118 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 19111, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19111, PA are Northeast High School, Fox Chase School and Moore J Hampton School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19111 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19111, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19111, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northeast High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3200
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 3,264 students
Rank: #22.
Fox Chase School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Rhawn St
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3170
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3170
Grades: K-5
| 472 students
Rank: #33.
Moore J Hampton School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Summerdale Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3180
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3180
Grades: K-5
| 1,138 students
Rank: #44.
Crossan Kennedy C School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7350 Bingham St
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3160
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3160
Grades: K-5
| 318 students
Rank: #55.
Tacony Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Rhawn Street
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 742-5100
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 742-5100
Grades: K-12
| 1,074 students
Rank: #66.
Castor Gardens Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3190
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3190
Grades: 6-8
| 1,269 students
Rank: #77.
Fels Samuel High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5500 Langdon Street
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-7100
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,235 students
Rank: #88.
Carnell Laura H School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Devereaux St
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3150
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3150
Grades: K-5
| 637 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19111, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19111, PA include Northeast High School, Fox Chase School and Moore J Hampton School.
How many public schools are located in 19111?
8 public schools are located in 19111.
What percentage of students in 19111 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 19111 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19111?
19111 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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