For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,597 students in 19138, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19138, PA are West Oak Lane Charter School, Day Anna B School and Samuel Pennypacker School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 19138 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 19138, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19138, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Oak Lane Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7115 Stenton Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 927-7995
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 927-7995
Gr: K-8 | 955 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Day Anna B School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6324-42 Crittenden St.
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-3520
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-3520
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Samuel Pennypacker School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1858 East Washington Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-3510
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-3510
Gr: PK-8 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 19138, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19138, PA include West Oak Lane Charter School, Day Anna B School and Samuel Pennypacker School.
How many public middle schools are located in 19138?
3 public middle schools are located in 19138.
What is the racial composition of students in 19138?
19138 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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