For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 819 students in 19136, PA.
The top ranked public preschool in 19136, PA is Forrest Edwin School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 19136 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 19136, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19136, PA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forrest Edwin School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Cottage St
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 400-3330
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 400-3330
Grades: PK-5
| 819 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 19136, PA?
The top ranked public preschools in 19136, PA include Forrest Edwin School.
How many public preschools are located in 19136?
1 public preschools are located in 19136.
What is the racial composition of students in 19136?
19136 public preschools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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