For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 926 students in 19081, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19081, PA are Swarthmore-rutledge School and Grace Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19081 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19081, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19081, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swarthmore-rutledge School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 College Ave
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 892-3470
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 892-3470
Gr: K-5 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Grace Park Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1097 Seventh Avenue
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 534-1900
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 534-1900
Gr: K-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19081, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19081, PA include Swarthmore-rutledge School and Grace Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19081?
2 public elementary schools are located in 19081.
What is the racial composition of students in 19081?
19081 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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