For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,326 students in 19137, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19137, PA are Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School, Bridesburg School and Maritime Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19137 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19137, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19137, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4259 Richmond Street
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-3389
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-3389
Grades: K-8
| 957 students
Rank: #22.
Bridesburg School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2824 Jenks St
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 400-7240
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 400-7240
Grades: K-8
| 547 students
Rank: #33.
Maritime Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2275 Bridge Street
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 535-4555
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 535-4555
Grades: K-12
| 822 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 19137, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19137, PA include Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School, Bridesburg School and Maritime Academy Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19137?
3 public elementary schools are located in 19137.
What is the racial composition of students in 19137?
19137 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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