For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 9,916 students in 19124, PA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 19124 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19124, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19124, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 1,506 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 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 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Kensington Avenue, #2533
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 288-2001
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 288-2001
Gr: K-12 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #44.
Juniata Park Academy
(Math: 15% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 E Hunting Park Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-7010
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-7010
Gr: K-8 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Hopkinson Francis School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4001 L St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-3970
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-3970
Gr: K-8 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
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 | 1,242 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Harding Warren G Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Wakeling St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-3990
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-3990
Gr: 6-8 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
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 | 1,818 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #99.
Sullivan James J School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5300 Ditman St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-3960
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-3960
Gr: K-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
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 | 908 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Marshall John School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4500 Griscom St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-3950
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-3950
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1212.
Stearne Allen M School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1655 Unity St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-3980
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 400-3980
Gr: K-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 elementary schools in 19124, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19124, PA include Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School, Northwood Academy Charter School and Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19124?
12 public elementary schools are located in 19124.
What is the racial composition of students in 19124?
19124 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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