For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,295 students in 19128, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 659 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 19128, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 19128, PA are Green Woods Charter School, Lankenau High School and Amy Nw. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19128 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19128, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19128, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Green Woods Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
468 Domino Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 482-6337
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 482-6337
Grades: K-8
| 688 students
Rank: #22.
Lankenau High School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 Spring Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3420
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3420
Grades: 9-12
| 336 students
Rank: #33.
Amy Nw
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6000 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3460
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3460
Grades: 6-8
| 209 students
Rank: #44.
Cook-wissahickon School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 E Salaignac St
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3430
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3430
Grades: PK-8
| 442 students
Rank: #55.
Shawmont School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
535 Shawmont Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3440
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3440
Grades: PK-8
| 409 students
Rank: #66.
Saul W B Agricultural School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3450
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3450
Grades: 9-12
| 501 students
Rank: #77.
Roxborough High School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6498 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3400
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 400-3400
Grades: 9-12
| 710 students
19128, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6000 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 487-4462
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 487-4462
Grades: PK-8
| 181 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19128, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19128, PA include Green Woods Charter School, Lankenau High School and Amy Nw.
How many public schools are located in 19128?
7 public schools are located in 19128.
What percentage of students in 19128 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 19128 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19128?
19128 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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