For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,985 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 Middle School. 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 31% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 56% 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 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19078, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
333 Constitution Ave
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Gr: K-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Leedom Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
620 East Chester Pike
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Ridley Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Free St.
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Gr: 6-8 | 1,291 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
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 Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 19078?
3 public schools are located in 19078.
What percentage of students in 19078 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 19078 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19078?
19078 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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