For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,420 students in 19023, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19023, PA are Colwyn Elementary School, Harris School and Park Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19023 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19023, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19023, PA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Colwyn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
211 Pine Street
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 957-5470
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 957-5470
Grades: K-6
| 147 students
Rank: #22.
Harris School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Sharon Avenue
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 522-4370
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 522-4370
Grades: K-8
| 658 students
Rank: #33.
Park Lane Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Park Ln
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-4880
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-4880
Grades: K-6
| 312 students
Rank: #44.
Walnut Street Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
224 South Sixth Street
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-5660
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-5660
Grades: K-6
| 303 students
19023, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
224 S 6th St
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-5660
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 534-5660
Grades: K-8
| 614 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 19023, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19023, PA include Colwyn Elementary School, Harris School and Park Lane Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19023?
4 public elementary schools are located in 19023.
What is the racial composition of students in 19023?
19023 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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