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Best 19140 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 9,448 students in 19140, PA (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,220 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 19140, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19140, PA are Multicultural Academy Charter School, Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School and The Linc. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19140 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19140, 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 Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 19140, PA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Multicultural Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3821 N. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-0513
Gr: 9-12 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6310 N 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 268-3102
Gr: K-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
The Linc
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
122 W Erie Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3940
Gr: 9-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4101 North American Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 455-1300
Gr: K-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Philadelphia Learning Academy - North
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4224 N Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(267) 754-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Esperanza Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
301 W Hunting Park Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 457-3667
Gr: K-12 | 1,637 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Cramp William School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3449 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3860
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Edison High School/fareira Skills
Vocational School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
151 West Luzerne Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3900
Gr: 9-12 | 983 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Laboratory Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
Administrative Office
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(267) 817-4720
Gr: K-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Cayuga School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4344-4358 N 5th St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3850
Gr: K-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Munoz-marin Luis
(Math: 5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3300 N 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3920
Gr: PK-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Kenderton Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1500 W Ontario St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-8340
Gr: K-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Bethune Mary Mcleod School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3301 Old York Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3890
Gr: PK-8 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Clemente Roberto Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
122 W Erie Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3930
Gr: 6-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Taylor Bayard School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3698 N Randolph St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3880
Gr: K-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1616.
Mcclure Alexander K School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
600 W Hunting Park Pike
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3870
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #1717.
Steel Edward School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4301 Wayne Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3910
Gr: PK-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 19140, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19140, PA include Multicultural Academy Charter School, Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School and The Linc.
How many public schools are located in 19140?
18 public schools are located in 19140.
What percentage of students in 19140 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 19140 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19140?
19140 public schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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