For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 835 students in 19147, PA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 19147, PA is Christopher Columbus Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 19147 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 19147, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 19147, PA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Christopher Columbus Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
South Building, 1242-46 S 13th
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 389-6000
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 389-6000
Gr: K-8 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
19147, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1198 South 5th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 952-6209
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 952-6209
Gr: PK-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 19147, PA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 19147, PA include Christopher Columbus Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 19147?
1 public charter schools are located in 19147.
What is the racial composition of students in 19147?
19147 public charter schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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