For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,700 students in 19114, PA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,733 private students). 55% of all K-12 students in 19114, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19114, PA are John Hancock Demonstration School and Swenson Arts And Technology High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19114 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19114, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19114, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Hancock Demonstration School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Morrell Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19114
(215) 400-3120
Philadelphia, PA 19114
(215) 400-3120
Gr: K-8 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Swenson Arts And Technology High School
Vocational School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2750 Red Lion Road
Philadelphia, PA 19114
(215) 400-3140
Philadelphia, PA 19114
(215) 400-3140
Gr: 9-12 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19114, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19114, PA include John Hancock Demonstration School and Swenson Arts And Technology High School.
How many public schools are located in 19114?
2 public schools are located in 19114.
What percentage of students in 19114 go to public school?
55% of all K-12 students in 19114 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19114?
19114 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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