Best 19126 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 884 students in 19126, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 166 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 19126, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19126, PA are Rowen William School, Ellwood School and Wagner Gen Louis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19126 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19126, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 19126, PA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rowen William School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6841 N 19th St
Philadelphia, PA 19126
(215) 400-3550
Gr: K-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Ellwood School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6701 N 13th St
Philadelphia, PA 19126
(215) 400-3540
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #33.
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1701 W Chelten Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19126
(215) 400-3560
Gr: 6-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 19126, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19126, PA include Rowen William School, Ellwood School and Wagner Gen Louis Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 19126?
3 public schools are located in 19126.
What percentage of students in 19126 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 19126 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19126?
19126 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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