For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,966 students in 19078, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 348 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 19078, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19078, PA are Lakeview Elementary School, Leedom Elementary School and Ridley MiddleSchool. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19078 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19078, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19078, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
333 Constitution Ave
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Grades: K-5
| 395 students
Rank: #22.
Leedom Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
620 East Chester Pike
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Grades: K-5
| 259 students
Rank: #33.
Ridley MiddleSchool
(Math: 20% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Free St.
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Grades: 6-8
| 1,312 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19078, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19078, PA include Lakeview Elementary School, Leedom Elementary School and Ridley MiddleSchool.
How many public schools are located in 19078, PA?
3 public schools are located in 19078, PA.
What percentage of students in 19078, PA go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 19078, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19078, PA?
19078, PA public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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