For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 6,934 students in 19124, PA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 19124, PA are Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School, Northwood Academy Charter School and Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 19124 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 19124, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 19124, PA Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1840 Torresdale Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 291-4436
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 291-4436
Gr: K-12 | 1,512 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Northwood Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4621 Castor Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 289-5606
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 289-5606
Gr: K-8 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Kensington Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 288-2001
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 288-2001
Gr: K-12 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #44.
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1100 East Erie Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 533-6700
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 533-6700
Gr: K-12 | 1,237 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Tacony St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 743-3100
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 743-3100
Gr: K-12 | 1,831 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
The Philadelphia Cs For Arts And Sciences At Hr Edmunds
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1197 Haworth Street
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 537-2520
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 537-2520
Gr: K-8 | 885 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
19124, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1197 Haworth St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 537-2520
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 537-2520
Gr: K-8 | 906 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 19124, PA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 19124, PA include Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School, Northwood Academy Charter School and Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 19124?
6 public charter schools are located in 19124.
What is the racial composition of students in 19124?
19124 public charter schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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