For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,665 students in 19128, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19128, PA are Green Woods Charter School, Amy Nw and Cook-wissahickon School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19128 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19128, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19128, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Green Woods 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
| 702 students
Rank: #22.
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
| 134 students
Rank: #33.
Cook-wissahickon 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
| 412 students
Rank: #44.
Shawmont 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
| 417 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 elementary schools in 19128, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19128, PA include Green Woods Charter School, Amy Nw and Cook-wissahickon School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19128?
4 public elementary schools are located in 19128.
What is the racial composition of students in 19128?
19128 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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