For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,868 students in 19147, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19147, PA are Academy At Palumbo and Creative And Performing Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19147 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19147, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19147 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Creative And Performing Arts, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19147, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy At Palumbo
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1100 Catharine St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8130
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8130
Gr: 9-12 | 1,225 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Creative And Performing Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8140
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 400-8140
Gr: 9-12 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19147, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19147, PA include Academy At Palumbo and Creative And Performing Arts.
How many public high schools are located in 19147?
2 public high schools are located in 19147.
What is the racial composition of students in 19147?
19147 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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