For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 819 students in 19136, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 19136, PA is Forrest Edwin School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 19136 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 19136, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19136, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forrest Edwin School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Cottage St
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 400-3330
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 400-3330
Gr: PK-5 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 19136, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 19136, PA include Forrest Edwin School.
How many public preschools are located in 19136?
1 public preschools are located in 19136.
What is the racial composition of students in 19136?
19136 public preschools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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