For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,807 students in 19133, PA (there are , serving 47 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 19133, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19133, PA are Hunter William H School, Pan American Academy Charter School and Sheppard Isaac School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19133 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19133, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19133, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hunter William H School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 N Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7110
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7110
Grades: PK-8
| 407 students
Rank: #22.
Pan American Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2830 North American Street
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 425-1212
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 425-1212
Grades: K-8
| 751 students
Rank: #33.
Sheppard Isaac School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
120 W Cambria St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7070
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7070
Grades: K-4
| 133 students
Rank: #44.
Welsh John School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2331 N 4th St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7130
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7130
Grades: K-8
| 253 students
Rank: #55.
Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
401 W Lehigh Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7080
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7080
Grades: K-8
| 608 students
Rank: #66.
Hartranft John F School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
720 W Cumberland St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7090
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7090
Grades: K-8
| 294 students
Rank: #77.
Potter-thomas School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3001 N 6th St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7120
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 400-7120
Grades: K-8
| 361 students
19133, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12th And Allegheny
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 599-7525
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 599-7525
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
1201 West Rush St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 227-8610
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 227-8610
Grades: PK-8
| 434 students
601 West Somerset St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 227-4406
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 227-4406
Grades: PK-8
| 502 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19133, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19133, PA include Hunter William H School, Pan American Academy Charter School and Sheppard Isaac School.
How many public schools are located in 19133?
7 public schools are located in 19133.
What percentage of students in 19133 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 19133 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19133?
19133 public schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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