For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,199 students in 19132, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19132, PA are Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School, Kipp Philadelphia Charter School and Wright Richard R School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19132 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19132, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19132, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2539 N. 16th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 294-8596
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 294-8596
Gr: K-8 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Kipp Philadelphia Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2539 N. 16th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(267) 687-7283
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(267) 687-7283
Gr: K-8 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Wright Richard R School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 W Dauphin St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 400-7030
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 400-7030
Gr: PK-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Barry Comm John School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5900 Race St.
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 400-7640
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 400-7640
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Peirce Thomas M School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 W Cambria St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 400-7020
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 400-7020
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #66.
Rhodes E Washington School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2900 W. Clearfield Street
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 400-7060
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 400-7060
Gr: K-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Allen Dr Ethel School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3200 W Lehigh Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 400-7040
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 400-7040
Gr: PK-8 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
19132, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2601 West Cumberland St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 227-4431
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 227-4431
Gr: 6-12 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Khepera Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
926 W. Sedgley Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 843-1700
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 843-1700
Gr: K-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
2200 North 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 684-5083
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 684-5083
Gr: PK-6 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
2900 West Clearfield St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 227-4402
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 227-4402
Gr: 7-8 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
2539 North 16th St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 227-4434
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 227-4434
Gr: PK-8 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2601 N 28th St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 227-4428
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 227-4428
Gr: K-6 | 286 students
3001 North 27th St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 227-4410
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 227-4410
Gr: K-6 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19132, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19132, PA include Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School, Kipp Philadelphia Charter School and Wright Richard R School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19132?
7 public elementary schools are located in 19132.
What is the racial composition of students in 19132?
19132 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% 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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