For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 787 students in 19079, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 19079, PA is Sharon Hill School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19079 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19079, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19079, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Vision Academy Cs Of Excellence
Charter School
1016 School Street
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
(484) 494-1816
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
(484) 494-1816
Gr: K-4 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19079, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19079, PA include Sharon Hill School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19079?
2 public elementary schools are located in 19079.
What is the racial composition of students in 19079?
19079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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