For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 583 students in 19142, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 19142, PA is Bartram John - Main. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 19142 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19142, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19142 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bartram John - Main, with 65-69% 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 Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19142, PA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bartram John - Main
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2401 S 67th St
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 400-8100
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 400-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
19142, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Center For Economics & Law Charter School (Closed 2004)
Charter School
6615 Chester Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 727-1719
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 727-1719
Gr: 9-12 | 340 students Minority enrollment: 99%
540 North 13th St
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 727-2163
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 727-2163
Gr: 9-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19142, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19142, PA include Bartram John - Main.
How many public high schools are located in 19142?
1 public high schools are located in 19142.
What is the racial composition of students in 19142?
19142 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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