For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 829 students in 19128, PA.
The top ranked public preschools in 19128, PA are Cook-wissahickon School and Shawmont School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 19128 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 19128, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19128, PA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
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 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
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 preschools in 19128, PA?
The top ranked public preschools in 19128, PA include Cook-wissahickon School and Shawmont School.
How many public preschools are located in 19128?
2 public preschools are located in 19128.
What is the racial composition of students in 19128?
19128 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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