For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,960 students in 19002, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19002, PA are Maple Glen Elementary School, Lower Gwynedd Elementary School and Shady Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19002 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19002, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19002, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maple Glen Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1581 Fort Washington Avenue
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 643-3421
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 643-3421
Gr: K-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Lower Gwynedd Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
571 Houston Rd
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 619-8100
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 619-8100
Gr: K-5 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Shady Grove Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
351 W Skippack Pike
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 619-8106
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 619-8106
Gr: K-5 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Wissahickon Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Houston Rd
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 619-8110
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 619-8110
Gr: 6-8 | 1,152 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
19002, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1125 Limekiln Pike
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 420-5800
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 420-5800
Gr: K | 95 students Minority enrollment: 29%
131 Rosemary Ave
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 619-8104
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 619-8104
Gr: K-3 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19002, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19002, PA include Maple Glen Elementary School, Lower Gwynedd Elementary School and Shady Grove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19002?
4 public elementary schools are located in 19002.
What is the racial composition of students in 19002?
19002 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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