For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 4,198 students in 19140, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 19140, PA are Multicultural Academy Charter School, The Linc and Philadelphia Learning Academy - North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19140 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19140, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19140 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Esperanza Academy Charter School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19140, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Multicultural Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3821 N. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-0513
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-0513
Gr: 9-12 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
The Linc
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
122 W Erie Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3940
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3940
Gr: 9-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Philadelphia Learning Academy - North
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4224 N Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(267) 754-1400
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(267) 754-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #44.
Esperanza Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
301 W Hunting Park Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 457-3667
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 457-3667
Gr: K-12 | 1,641 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #55.
Edison High School/fareira Skills
Vocational School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
151 West Luzerne Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3900
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3900
Gr: 9-12 | 887 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Esperanza Cyber Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4261 N 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 967-9703
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 967-9703
Gr: K-12 | 1,115 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
19140, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3701 North 19th St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-4415
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-4415
Gr: PK-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1798 Hunting Park Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-4409
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-4409
Gr: 8
1798 West Hunting Park Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-4408
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-4408
Gr: 9-12 | 1,110 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
John B. Stetson Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3200 B Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 291-4720
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 291-4720
Gr: 5-8 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Olney Charter High School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
100 W Duncannon Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 456-3014
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 456-3014
Gr: 9-12 | 1,679 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
3807 North Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 537-2920
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 537-2920
Gr: 7-8 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Young Scholars Kenderton Charter School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
1500 W. Ontario Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-4412
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-4412
Gr: K-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 19140, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 19140, PA include Multicultural Academy Charter School, The Linc and Philadelphia Learning Academy - North.
How many public high schools are located in 19140?
6 public high schools are located in 19140.
What is the racial composition of students in 19140?
19140 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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