For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,950 students in 19131, PA (there are 14 private schools, serving 1,398 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 19131, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19131, PA are The Science Leadership Academy At Beeber, Kipp Dubois Charter School and Discovery Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19131 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19131, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19131, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Science Leadership Academy At Beeber
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5925 Malvern Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7270
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7270
Gr: 5-12 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Kipp Dubois Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5070 Parkside Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 307-3465
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 307-3465
Gr: 9-12 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Discovery Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4700 Parkside
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 879-8182
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 879-8182
Gr: K-8 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Kipp West Philadelphia Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5070 Parkside Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(267) 787-5700
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(267) 787-5700
Gr: K-8 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #55.
Samuel Gompers School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5701 Wynnefield Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7250
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7250
Gr: K-8 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Overbrook High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5898 Lancaster Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7300
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #77.
Global Leadership Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(267) 295-5700
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(267) 295-5700
Gr: K-8 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #88.
Blankenburg Rudolph School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4600 W Girard Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7280
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7280
Gr: PK-8 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #99.
Heston Edward School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1621 N 54th St
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7290
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7290
Gr: PK-8 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: n/an/a
5720 Media St
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-9170
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-9170
Gr: K-8 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
19131, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5925 Malvern Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 581-5513
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 581-5513
Gr: 8 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
5801 Media St
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 581-5502
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 581-5502
Gr: K-6
Kipp West Philadelphia Charter School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
5070 Parkside Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(267) 787-5700
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(267) 787-5700
Gr: K-3
5301 Media St
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 581-5501
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 581-5501
Gr: 7-8 | 188 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19131, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19131, PA include The Science Leadership Academy At Beeber, Kipp Dubois Charter School and Discovery Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 19131?
10 public schools are located in 19131.
What percentage of students in 19131 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 19131 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19131?
19131 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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