For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,882 students in 19152, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19152, PA are Holme Thomas School, Farrell Louis H School and Pollock Robert B School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 19152 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 19152, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19152, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holme Thomas School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3001 Ryan Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
(215) 400-3130
Philadelphia, PA 19152
(215) 400-3130
Gr: PK-8 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Farrell Louis H School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8300 Castor Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
(215) 400-3230
Philadelphia, PA 19152
(215) 400-3230
Gr: K-8 | 1,187 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Pollock Robert B School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2875 Welsh Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19152
(215) 400-3210
Philadelphia, PA 19152
(215) 400-3210
Gr: K-8 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 19152, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19152, PA include Holme Thomas School, Farrell Louis H School and Pollock Robert B School.
How many public middle schools are located in 19152?
3 public middle schools are located in 19152.
What is the racial composition of students in 19152?
19152 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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