For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,608 students in 19137, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 19137, PA are Franklin Towne Chs, Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School and Bridesburg School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19137 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19137, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19137, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Towne Chs
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5301 Tacony St Building 108
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-5000
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,292 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4259 Richmond Street
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-3389
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-3389
Gr: K-8 | 962 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Bridesburg School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2824 Jenks St
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 400-7240
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 400-7240
Gr: K-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Maritime Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2275 Bridge Street
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 535-4555
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 535-4555
Gr: K-12 | 829 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19137, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19137, PA include Franklin Towne Chs, Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School and Bridesburg School.
How many public schools are located in 19137?
4 public schools are located in 19137.
What is the racial composition of students in 19137?
19137 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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