For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 3,523 students in 19121, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19121, PA are High School Of Engineering & Science, Morris Robert School and Kelley William D School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 19121 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 19121, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19121, PA Public Middle 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.
Morris Robert School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 W Thompson St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7320
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7320
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Kelley William D School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1601 N 28th St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7370
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7370
Gr: PK-8 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #44.
Duckrey Tanner School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1501 W Diamond St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7350
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7350
Gr: K-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Gideon Edward School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2817 W Glenwood Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7360
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7360
Gr: PK-8 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Blaine James G School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3001 W Berks St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7330
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7330
Gr: PK-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Meade Gen George C School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1600 N 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7310
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7310
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Alliance For Progress Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1821-39 Cecil B Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 232-4892
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 232-4892
Gr: K-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #99.
Dick William School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2498 W Diamond St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7340
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 400-7340
Gr: K-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 19121, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19121, PA include High School Of Engineering & Science, Morris Robert School and Kelley William D School.
How many public middle schools are located in 19121?
9 public middle schools are located in 19121.
What is the racial composition of students in 19121?
19121 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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