For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,080 students in 19137, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 19137, PA are Franklin Towne Chs and Maritime Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19137 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 19137, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19137 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is equal to the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Franklin Towne Chs, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19137, PA Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Franklin Towne Chs
Charter School
(Math: 95% | Reading: 94% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5301 Tacony St Building 108
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-5000
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-5000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,261 students
Rank: #22.
Maritime Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2275 Bridge Street
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 535-4555
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 535-4555
Grades: 1-12
| 819 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 19137, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 19137, PA include Franklin Towne Chs and Maritime Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 19137, PA?
2 public high schools are located in 19137, PA.
What is the racial composition of students in 19137, PA?
19137, PA public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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