Best 19147 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,088 students in 19147, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 231 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 19147, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).

The top-ranked public schools in 19147, PA are Academy At Palumbo, Meredith William M School and Creative And Performing Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 19147 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19147, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.

Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).