For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 9,784 students in 19111, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,118 private students). 90% 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 Crossan Kennedy C 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 21% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 56% 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 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19111, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northeast High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3200
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 3,463 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Fox Chase School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 Rhawn St
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3170
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3170
Gr: K-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Crossan Kennedy C School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7350 Bingham St
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3160
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3160
Gr: K-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Moore J Hampton School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Summerdale Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3180
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3180
Gr: K-5 | 1,192 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Tacony Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Rhawn Street
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 742-5100
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 742-5100
Gr: K-12 | 1,083 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Castor Gardens Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3190
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3190
Gr: 6-8 | 1,318 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Carnell Laura H School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Devereaux St
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3150
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-3150
Gr: K-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Fels Samuel High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5500 Langdon Street
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-7100
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 400-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,255 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 Crossan Kennedy C 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?
90% 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 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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