For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,377 students in 19137, PA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 19137, PA are Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School, Bridesburg School and Maritime Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 19137 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 19137, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 19137, PA Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4259 Richmond Street
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-3389
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-3389
Grades: K-8
| 955 students
Rank: #22.
Bridesburg School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2824 Jenks St
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 400-7240
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 400-7240
Grades: K-8
| 597 students
Rank: #33.
Maritime Academy Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2275 Bridge Street
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 535-4555
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 535-4555
Grades: K-12
| 825 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 19137, PA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 19137, PA include Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School, Bridesburg School and Maritime Academy Charter School.
How many public middle schools are located in 19137?
3 public middle schools are located in 19137.
What is the racial composition of students in 19137?
19137 public middle schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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