For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,739 students in 19138, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19138, PA are Parkway Northwest, Imhotep Institute Chs and Building 21. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19138 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19138, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19138 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Imhotep Institute Chs, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19138, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkway Northwest
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6200 Crittenden St.
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-3390
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-3390
Gr: 9-12 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #22.
Imhotep Institute Chs
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6201 N. 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 438-4140
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 438-4140
Gr: 9-12 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #33.
Building 21
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6501 Limekiln Pike
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-7450
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-7450
Gr: 9-12 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #44.
King Martin Luther High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6100 Stenton Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-3500
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19138, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19138, PA include Parkway Northwest, Imhotep Institute Chs and Building 21.
How many public high schools are located in 19138?
4 public high schools are located in 19138.
What is the racial composition of students in 19138?
19138 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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