For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,855 students in 19147, PA.
The top ranked public preschools in 19147, PA are Vare-washington Elementary School, Nebinger George W School and Fanny Jackson Coppin School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 19147 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 19147, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 19147, PA Public Preschools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vare-washington Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1198 S 5th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8120
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8120
Grades: PK-8
| 361 students
Rank: #22.
Nebinger George W School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 Carpenter St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8110
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8110
Grades: PK-8
| 454 students
Rank: #33.
Fanny Jackson Coppin School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1213 S 12th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-7970
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-7970
Grades: PK-8
| 527 students
Rank: #44.
Kirkbride Eliza B School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1501 S 7th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-7980
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-7980
Grades: PK-8
| 513 students
19147, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1198 South 5th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 952-6209
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 952-6209
Grades: PK-8
| 311 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 19147, PA?
The top ranked public preschools in 19147, PA include Vare-washington Elementary School, Nebinger George W School and Fanny Jackson Coppin School.
How many public preschools are located in 19147, PA?
4 public preschools are located in 19147, PA.
What is the racial composition of students in 19147, PA?
19147, PA public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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