For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,847 students in 19401, PA (there are , serving 609 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 19401, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19401, PA are Cole Manor Elementary School, Davenport Elementary School and Hancock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19401 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19401, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19401, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cole Manor Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2350 Springview Rd
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-5525
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-5525
Gr: K-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Davenport Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 E Oak St
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-1077
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-1077
Gr: 1-4 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Arch & Summit Streets
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-5522
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-5522
Gr: 1-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
East Norriton Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
330 Roland Dr
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-6520
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-6520
Gr: 5-8 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Eisenhower Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Markley St
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 277-8720
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 277-8720
Gr: 5-8 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Roosevelt Campus Of The Norristown Area High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1161 Markley St
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-9720
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-9720
Gr: 9-12 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Blockson Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1315 W Marshall St
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-6870
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 275-6870
Gr: 5-8 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
1020 Sandy Street
Norristown, PA 19401
(484) 270-2140
Norristown, PA 19401
(484) 270-2140
Gr: K | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19401, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19401, PA include Cole Manor Elementary School, Davenport Elementary School and Hancock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 19401?
8 public schools are located in 19401.
What percentage of students in 19401 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 19401 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19401?
19401 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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