For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,259 students in 19150, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 265 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 19150, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19150, PA are Hill Freedman World Academy, Franklin S Edmonds School and Mccloskey John F School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19150 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19150, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19150, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hill Freedman World Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 E. Mt. Pleasant Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19150
(215) 400-3530
Philadelphia, PA 19150
(215) 400-3530
Gr: 6-12 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Franklin S Edmonds School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8025 Thouron Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19150
(215) 400-3370
Philadelphia, PA 19150
(215) 400-3370
Gr: PK-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Mccloskey John F School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8500 Pickering St
Philadelphia, PA 19150
(215) 400-3380
Philadelphia, PA 19150
(215) 400-3380
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19150, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19150, PA include Hill Freedman World Academy, Franklin S Edmonds School and Mccloskey John F School.
How many public schools are located in 19150?
3 public schools are located in 19150.
What percentage of students in 19150 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 19150 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19150?
19150 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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