For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 912 students in 19081, PA (there are , serving 324 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 19081, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19081, PA are Swarthmore-rutledge School and Grace Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
schools in zipcode 19081 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19081, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19081, PA Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Swarthmore-rutledge School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 College Ave
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 892-3470
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 892-3470
Grades: K-5
| 551 students
Rank: #22.
Grace Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1097 Seventh Avenue
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 534-1900
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 534-1900
Grades: K-5
| 361 students
19081, Pennsylvania Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 College Ave
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 892-3470
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 892-3470
Grades: K
| 175 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19081, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19081, PA include Swarthmore-rutledge School and Grace Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 19081?
2 public schools are located in 19081.
What percentage of students in 19081 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 19081 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19081?
19081 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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