For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,949 students in 19440, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 75 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 19440, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19440, PA are Kulp Elementary School, Pennfield Middle School and Hatfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19440 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19440, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19440, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kulp Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 Cowpath Rd
Hatfield, PA 19440
(215) 368-3061
Hatfield, PA 19440
(215) 368-3061
Gr: K-6 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Pennfield Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
726 Forty Foot Rd
Hatfield, PA 19440
(215) 368-9600
Hatfield, PA 19440
(215) 368-9600
Gr: 7-9 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Hatfield Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1701 Fairgrounds Road
Hatfield, PA 19440
(215) 368-1585
Hatfield, PA 19440
(215) 368-1585
Gr: K-6 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19440, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19440, PA include Kulp Elementary School, Pennfield Middle School and Hatfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 19440?
3 public schools are located in 19440.
What percentage of students in 19440 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 19440 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19440?
19440 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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