For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,293 students in 19121, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 19121, PA are Morris Robert School, Kelley William D School and Gideon Edward School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 19121 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 19121, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19121, PA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morris Robert School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 W Thompson St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7320
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7320
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Kelley William D School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1601 N 28th St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7370
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7370
Gr: PK-8 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #33.
Gideon Edward School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2817 W Glenwood Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7360
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7360
Gr: PK-8 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Blaine James G School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3001 W Berks St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7330
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7330
Gr: PK-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Meade Gen George C School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1600 N 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7310
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7310
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
19121, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2118 West Norris St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5063
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5063
Gr: PK-8
3133 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5077
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5077
Gr: PK-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1429 North 24th St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5061
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5061
Gr: PK-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
2300 W Master St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-4000
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-4000
Gr: 9 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 59:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
2300 West Master St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5068
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5068
Gr: 9-12 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 19121, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 19121, PA include Morris Robert School, Kelley William D School and Gideon Edward School.
How many public preschools are located in 19121?
5 public preschools are located in 19121.
What is the racial composition of students in 19121?
19121 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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