For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 958 students in 19103, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 19103, PA are Inquiry Charter School and Russell Byers Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 19103 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 19103, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19103, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Inquiry Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Belmont Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 823-5541
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 823-5541
Gr: PK-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Russell Byers Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1911 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 972-1700
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 972-1700
Gr: PK-8 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 19103, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 19103, PA include Inquiry Charter School and Russell Byers Charter School.
How many public preschools are located in 19103?
2 public preschools are located in 19103.
What is the racial composition of students in 19103?
19103 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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