For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,616 students in 19027, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 559 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 19027, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19027, PA are Mckinley School, Elkins Park School and Myers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19027 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19027, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19027, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mckinley School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
370 Cedar Rd
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 663-0430
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 663-0430
Grades: K-6
| 696 students
Rank: #22.
Elkins Park School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8149 New Second St
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 881-4941
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 881-4941
Grades: 5-6
| 630 students
Rank: #33.
Myers Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7609 Montgomery Ave
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 517-4540
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 517-4540
Grades: K-4
| 290 students
19027, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Old York And Melrose Avenue
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Grades: 6-8
| 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19027, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19027, PA include Mckinley School, Elkins Park School and Myers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 19027, PA?
3 public schools are located in 19027, PA.
What percentage of students in 19027, PA go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 19027, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19027, PA?
19027, PA public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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