For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,093 students in 19008, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 564 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 19008, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19008, PA are Loomis Elementary School, Worrall Elementary School and Russell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19008 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19008, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19008, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loomis Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
369 N Central Blvd
Broomall, PA 19008
(610) 359-4350
Broomall, PA 19008
(610) 359-4350
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Worrall Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2979 Pennview Ave
Broomall, PA 19008
(610) 359-4300
Broomall, PA 19008
(610) 359-4300
Gr: K-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Russell Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2201 Sproul Rd
Broomall, PA 19008
(610) 359-4310
Broomall, PA 19008
(610) 359-4310
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Paxon Hollow Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
815 Paxon Hollow Rd
Broomall, PA 19008
(610) 359-4320
Broomall, PA 19008
(610) 359-4320
Gr: 6-8 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19008, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19008, PA include Loomis Elementary School, Worrall Elementary School and Russell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 19008?
4 public schools are located in 19008.
What percentage of students in 19008 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 19008 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19008?
19008 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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