For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,232 students in 19036, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19036, PA are Glenolden School and Darby Twp School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19036 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19036, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19036, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenolden School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Macdade & Knowles
Glenolden, PA 19036
(610) 237-6430
Glenolden, PA 19036
(610) 237-6430
Gr: 1-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Darby Twp School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 Ashland Avenue
Glenolden, PA 19036
(610) 522-4375
Glenolden, PA 19036
(610) 522-4375
Gr: K-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19036, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19036, PA include Glenolden School and Darby Twp School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19036?
2 public elementary schools are located in 19036.
What is the racial composition of students in 19036?
19036 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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