For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,469 students in 19130, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,316 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 19130, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19130, PA are Masterman Julia R Sec School, Science Leadership Academy and Franklin Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19130 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19130, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19130, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Masterman Julia R Sec School
Magnet School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1699 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7580
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7580
Gr: 5-12 | 1,183 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Science Leadership Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1482 Green St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 979-5620
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 979-5620
Gr: 9-12 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Learning Center
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
616 N 15th St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7570
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7570
Gr: 9-12 | 918 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Bache-martin School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Brown St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7550
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7550
Gr: PK-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Waring Laura W School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Green St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7560
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7560
Gr: PK-8 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Franklin Benjamin High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
550 N Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7600
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
People For People Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-7060
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-7060
Gr: K-8 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19130, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19130, PA include Masterman Julia R Sec School, Science Leadership Academy and Franklin Learning Center.
How many public schools are located in 19130?
8 public schools are located in 19130.
What percentage of students in 19130 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 19130 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19130?
19130 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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