For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 822 students in 19137, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19137, PA are Franklin Towne Charter High School and Maritime Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19137 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19137, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19137 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Franklin Towne Charter High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19137, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Towne Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5301 Tacony St Building 108
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-5000
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 289-5000
Gr: 9-12 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Maritime Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2275 Bridge Street
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 535-4555
Philadelphia, PA 19137
(215) 535-4555
Gr: K-12 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19137, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19137, PA include Franklin Towne Charter High School and Maritime Academy Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 19137?
2 public high schools are located in 19137.
What is the racial composition of students in 19137?
19137 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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