For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,695 students in 19104, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 805 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 19104, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19104, PA are Penn Alexander School, Powel Samuel School and Philadelphia Learning Academy - West. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19104 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19104, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19104, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penn Alexander School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4209 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7760
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7760
Gr: K-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Powel Samuel School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3610 Warren St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7740
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7740
Gr: K-4 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Westminster Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-9080
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-9080
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #44.
Robeson High School For Human Services
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4125 Ludlow St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7780
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7780
Gr: 9-12 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #55.
Science Leadership Academy Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3610 Warren St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-8320
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-8320
Gr: 5-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
School Of The Future
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4021 Parkside Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7790
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7790
Gr: 9-12 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Washington Martha School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
766 N 44th St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7770
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7770
Gr: K-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Mcmichael Morton School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3543 Fairmount Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7750
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 400-7750
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19104, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19104, PA include Penn Alexander School, Powel Samuel School and Philadelphia Learning Academy - West.
How many public schools are located in 19104?
8 public schools are located in 19104.
What percentage of students in 19104 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 19104 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19104?
19104 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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