For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 1,508 students in 19136, PA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 19136, PA is New Foundations Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 19136 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 19136, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 19136, PA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Foundations Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8001 Torresdale Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 624-8100
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 624-8100
Gr: K-12 | 1,508 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 19136, PA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 19136, PA include New Foundations Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 19136?
1 public charter schools are located in 19136.
What is the racial composition of students in 19136?
19136 public charter schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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