For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,291 students in 19078, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 19078, PA is Ridley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 19078 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 19078, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19078, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 middle schools in 19078, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19078, PA include Ridley Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 19078?
1 public middle schools are located in 19078.
What is the racial composition of students in 19078?
19078 public middle schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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