For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,062 students in 19141, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19141, PA are Central High School, Girls High School and Widener Memorial School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19141 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19141, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19141 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19141, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 88% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1700 W Olney Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 400-3590
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 400-3590
Gr: 9-12 | 2,329 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Girls High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 W Olney Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 400-3700
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 400-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Widener Memorial School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1450 W Olney Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 400-3710
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 400-3710
Gr: K-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19141, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19141, PA include Central High School, Girls High School and Widener Memorial School.
How many public high schools are located in 19141?
3 public high schools are located in 19141.
What is the racial composition of students in 19141?
19141 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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