For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,709 students in 19136, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19136, PA are New Foundations Charter School and Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19136 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19136, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19136 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is New Foundations Charter School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19136, PA Public High 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%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3201 Ryan Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 400-3309
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 400-3309
Gr: 9-12 | 2,201 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19136, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19136, PA include New Foundations Charter School and Lincoln High School.
How many public high schools are located in 19136?
2 public high schools are located in 19136.
What is the racial composition of students in 19136?
19136 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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