For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,493 students in 19128, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 581 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 19128, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19128, PA are Green Woods Charter School, Lankenau High School and Amy Nw. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19128 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19128, 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 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19128, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Green Woods Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
468 Domino Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 482-6337
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 482-6337
Grades: K-8
| 676 students
Rank: #22.
Lankenau High School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 Spring Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3420
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3420
Grades: 9-12
| 349 students
Rank: #33.
Amy Nw
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6000 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3460
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3460
Grades: 6-8
| 238 students
Rank: #44.
Cook-wissahickon School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 E Salaignac St
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3430
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3430
Grades: PK-8
| 444 students
Rank: #55.
Shawmont School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
535 Shawmont Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3440
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3440
Grades: PK-8
| 434 students
Rank: #66.
Saul W B Agricultural School
Vocational School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3450
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3450
Grades: 9-12
| 511 students
Rank: #77.
Roxborough High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6498 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3400
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3400
Grades: 9-12
| 841 students
19128, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6000 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 487-4462
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 487-4462
Grades: PK-8
| 181 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19128, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19128, PA include Green Woods Charter School, Lankenau High School and Amy Nw.
How many public schools are located in 19128, PA?
7 public schools are located in 19128, PA.
What percentage of students in 19128, PA go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 19128, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19128, PA?
19128, PA public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Should Teacher Salaries be Public Information?
Public school teachers are considered public servants – but does that make their salary details public information? Learn about the heated debate surrounding whether teacher salaries should be made public.
The Link Between Education and Incarceration: The NAACP Report
Education and the rate of incarceration have been linked in a recent NAACP report. Learn about the report and the troubling findings.
Bussing: North Carolina's New Student Assignment Plan
We analyze a new plan for student assignment in two North Carolina school districts and the public reaction to the idea of bussing students – as well as alternatives that have been proposed by education experts.