For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 539 students in 19151, PA.
The top ranked public preschools in 19151, PA are Overbrook Elementary School and Lamberton Robert E School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 19151 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 19151, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19151, PA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Overbrook Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2032 N 62nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(215) 400-7520
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(215) 400-7520
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Lamberton Robert E School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7501 Woodbine Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(215) 400-7530
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(215) 400-7530
Gr: PK-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
19151, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7501 Woodbine Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(215) 581-5650
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(215) 581-5650
Gr: 9-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 19151, PA?
The top ranked public preschools in 19151, PA include Overbrook Elementary School and Lamberton Robert E School.
How many public preschools are located in 19151?
2 public preschools are located in 19151.
What is the racial composition of students in 19151?
19151 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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