For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
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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