For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,135 students in 19121, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19121, PA are High School Of Engineering & Science and Vaux High School A Big Picture School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19121 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19121, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19121 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is High School Of Engineering & Science, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19121, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High School Of Engineering & Science
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 W Norris St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7380
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7380
Gr: 7-12 | 851 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Vaux High School A Big Picture School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 W Master St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(267) 687-1172
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(267) 687-1172
Gr: 9-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19121, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19121, PA include High School Of Engineering & Science and Vaux High School A Big Picture School.
How many public high schools are located in 19121?
2 public high schools are located in 19121.
What is the racial composition of students in 19121?
19121 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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