For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,454 students in 19036, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 23 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 19036, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19036, PA are Glenolden School and Darby Twp School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19036 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19036, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19036, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenolden School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Macdade & Knowles
Glenolden, PA 19036
(610) 237-6430
Glenolden, PA 19036
(610) 237-6430
Gr: 1-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Darby Twp School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 Ashland Avenue
Glenolden, PA 19036
(610) 522-4375
Glenolden, PA 19036
(610) 522-4375
Gr: K-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
1 School Ln
Glenolden, PA 19036
(610) 522-4365
Glenolden, PA 19036
(610) 522-4365
Gr: K | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19036, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19036, PA include Glenolden School and Darby Twp School.
How many public schools are located in 19036?
3 public schools are located in 19036.
What percentage of students in 19036 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 19036 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19036?
19036 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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