For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,361 students in 19130, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,265 private students). 78% 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 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 55% 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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19130, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Masterman Julia R Sec School
Magnet School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1699 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7580
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7580
Grades: 5-12
| 1,180 students
Rank: #22.
Science Leadership Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1482 Green St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 979-5620
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 979-5620
Grades: 9-12
| 498 students
Rank: #33.
Franklin Learning Center
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
616 N 15th St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7570
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7570
Grades: 9-12
| 982 students
Rank: #44.
Franklin Benjamin High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
550 N Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7600
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7600
Grades: 9-12
| 528 students
Rank: #55.
Bache-martin School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Brown St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7550
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7550
Grades: PK-8
| 474 students
Rank: #66.
The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
440 North Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-3110
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-3110
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: #77.
Waring Laura W School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Green St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7560
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7560
Grades: PK-8
| 212 students
Rank: #88.
People For People Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-7060
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-7060
Grades: K-12
| 487 students
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, PA?
8 public schools are located in 19130, PA.
What percentage of students in 19130, PA go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 19130, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19130, PA?
19130, PA public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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