For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,326 students in 19137, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 19137, PA are Franklin Towne Charter High School, 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.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 55% 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19137, PA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Towne Charter High School
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 Minority enrollment: 44%
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 | 957 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
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 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19137, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19137, PA include Franklin Towne Charter High School, 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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