For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,277 students in 19119, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 361 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 19119, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19119, PA are Henry Charles W School, Houston Henry E School and Emlen Eleanor C School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19119 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19119, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19119, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Henry Charles W School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 Carpenter Ln
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 400-3480
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 400-3480
Gr: K-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Houston Henry E School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Rural Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 400-3490
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 400-3490
Gr: K-8 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Emlen Eleanor C School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6501 Chew Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 400-3470
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 400-3470
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
19119, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Renaissance Charter School (Closed 2010)
Charter School
New Covenent/burke Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 753-0390
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 753-0390
Gr: 6-8 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19119, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19119, PA include Henry Charles W School, Houston Henry E School and Emlen Eleanor C School.
How many public schools are located in 19119?
3 public schools are located in 19119.
What percentage of students in 19119 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 19119 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19119?
19119 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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