For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,816 students in 19079, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 105 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 19079, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19079, PA are Academy Park High School and Sharon Hill School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19079 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19079, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19079, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Park High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Calcon Hook Rd
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
(610) 522-4330
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
(610) 522-4330
Gr: 9-12 | 1,286 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Sharon Hill School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
701 Coates Street
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
(610) 522-4355
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
(610) 522-4355
Gr: K-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19079, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19079, PA include Academy Park High School and Sharon Hill School.
How many public schools are located in 19079?
2 public schools are located in 19079.
What percentage of students in 19079 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 19079 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19079?
19079 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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