For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,167 students in 19121, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 19121, PA are Carver High School and Vaux High School A Big Picture School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19121 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19121, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19121 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carver High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19121, PA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carver High School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 W Norris St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7380
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7380
Grades: 7-12
| 897 students
Rank: #22.
Vaux High School A Big Picture School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2300 W Master St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(267) 687-1172
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(267) 687-1172
Grades: 9-12
| 270 students
19121, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1435 North 26th St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5080
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5080
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
2118 West Norris St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5063
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5063
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
3133 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5077
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5077
Grades: PK-8
| 371 students
1429 North 24th St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5061
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5061
Grades: PK-8
| 402 students
2300 W Master St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-4000
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-4000
Grades: 9
| 118 students
2300 West Master St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5068
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 684-5068
Grades: 9-12
| 280 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 19121, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 19121, PA include Carver High School and Vaux High School A Big Picture School.
How many public high schools are located in 19121?
2 public high schools are located in 19121.
What is the racial composition of students in 19121?
19121 public high schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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