For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,398 students in 19135, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19135, PA are Keystone Academy Charter School and Disston Hamilton School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 19135 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 19135, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19135, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Keystone Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4521 Longshore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19135
(215) 332-2111
Philadelphia, PA 19135
(215) 332-2111
Gr: K-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Disston Hamilton School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6801 Cottage St
Philadelphia, PA 19135
(215) 400-3350
Philadelphia, PA 19135
(215) 400-3350
Gr: K-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 19135, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19135, PA include Keystone Academy Charter School and Disston Hamilton School.
How many public middle schools are located in 19135?
2 public middle schools are located in 19135.
What is the racial composition of students in 19135?
19135 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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