For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,506 students in 19125, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 684 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 19125, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19125, PA are Adaire Alexander School, Hackett Horatio B School and Brown Henry A School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19125 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19125, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19125, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adaire Alexander School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 E Palmer St
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-7480
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-7480
Gr: PK-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Hackett Horatio B School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2161 E York Street
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-7470
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-7470
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Brown Henry A School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1946 E Sergeant St
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-7490
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-7490
Gr: PK-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Kensington Health Sciences
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2463 Emerald St
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-3609
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-3609
Gr: 9-12 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Kensington High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Coral St
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-7700
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Penn Treaty School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 E Thompson St
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-3800
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 400-3800
Gr: 6-12 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19125, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19125, PA include Adaire Alexander School, Hackett Horatio B School and Brown Henry A School.
How many public schools are located in 19125?
6 public schools are located in 19125.
What percentage of students in 19125 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 19125 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19125?
19125 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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