For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,131 students in 19086, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 373 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 19086, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19086, PA are Wallingford Elementary School, Nether Providence Elementary School and Strath Haven High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19086 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19086, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19086, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wallingford Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
20 S Providence Road
Wallingford, PA 19086
(610) 892-3470
Wallingford, PA 19086
(610) 892-3470
Gr: K-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Nether Providence Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
410 Moore Rd
Wallingford, PA 19086
(610) 892-3470
Wallingford, PA 19086
(610) 892-3470
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Strath Haven High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
205 S Providence Rd
Wallingford, PA 19086
(610) 892-3470
Wallingford, PA 19086
(610) 892-3470
Gr: 9-12 | 1,175 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Strath Haven Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 S Providence Rd
Wallingford, PA 19086
(610) 892-3470
Wallingford, PA 19086
(610) 892-3470
Gr: 6-8 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19086, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19086, PA include Wallingford Elementary School, Nether Providence Elementary School and Strath Haven High School.
How many public schools are located in 19086?
4 public schools are located in 19086.
What percentage of students in 19086 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 19086 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19086?
19086 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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