For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 884 students in 19126, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19126, PA are Rowen William School, Ellwood School and Wagner Gen Louis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19126 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19126, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19126, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rowen William School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6841 N 19th St
Philadelphia, PA 19126
(215) 400-3550
Philadelphia, PA 19126
(215) 400-3550
Gr: K-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Ellwood School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6701 N 13th St
Philadelphia, PA 19126
(215) 400-3540
Philadelphia, PA 19126
(215) 400-3540
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #33.
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1701 W Chelten Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19126
(215) 400-3560
Philadelphia, PA 19126
(215) 400-3560
Gr: 6-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19126, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19126, PA include Rowen William School, Ellwood School and Wagner Gen Louis Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19126?
3 public elementary schools are located in 19126.
What is the racial composition of students in 19126?
19126 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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