For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,656 students in 19133, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 60 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 19133, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19133, PA are Pan American Academy Charter School, Hartranft John F School and Hunter William H School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19133 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19133, 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 Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19133, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pan American Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2830 North American Street
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 425-1212
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 425-1212
Gr: K-8 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Hartranft John F School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
720 W Cumberland St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7090
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7090
Gr: K-8 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Hunter William H School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 N Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7110
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7110
Gr: PK-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Sheppard Isaac School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
120 W Cambria St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7070
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7070
Gr: K-4 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Welsh John School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2331 N 4th St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7130
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7130
Gr: K-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #66.
Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
401 W Lehigh Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7080
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7080
Gr: K-8 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #77.
Potter-thomas School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3001 N 6th St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7120
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7120
Gr: K-8 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19133, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19133, PA include Pan American Academy Charter School, Hartranft John F School and Hunter William H School.
How many public schools are located in 19133?
7 public schools are located in 19133.
What percentage of students in 19133 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 19133 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19133?
19133 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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