For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,752 students in 19128, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19128, PA are Green Woods Charter School, Cook-wissahickon School and Amy Nw. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19128 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19128, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19128, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Green Woods Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
468 Domino Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 482-6337
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 482-6337
Gr: K-8 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Cook-wissahickon School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 E Salaignac St
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3430
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3430
Gr: PK-8 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Amy Nw
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6000 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3460
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3460
Gr: 6-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Shawmont School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
535 Shawmont Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3440
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3440
Gr: PK-8 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
19128, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6000 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 487-4462
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 487-4462
Gr: PK-8 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19128, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19128, PA include Green Woods Charter School, Cook-wissahickon School and Amy Nw.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19128?
4 public elementary schools are located in 19128.
What is the racial composition of students in 19128?
19128 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% 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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