For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 4,149 students in 19140, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19140, PA are Multicultural Academy Charter School, The Linc and Philadelphia Learning Academy - North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19140 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19140, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19140 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Esperanza Academy Charter School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19140, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Multicultural Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3821 N. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-0513
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 227-0513
Gr: 9-12 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
The Linc
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
122 W Erie Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3940
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3940
Gr: 9-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Philadelphia Learning Academy - North
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4224 N Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(267) 754-1400
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(267) 754-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Esperanza Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
301 W Hunting Park Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 457-3667
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 457-3667
Gr: K-12 | 1,637 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #55.
Edison High School/fareira Skills
Vocational School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
151 West Luzerne Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3900
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 400-3900
Gr: 9-12 | 983 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19140, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19140, PA include Multicultural Academy Charter School, The Linc and Philadelphia Learning Academy - North.
How many public high schools are located in 19140?
6 public high schools are located in 19140.
What is the racial composition of students in 19140?
19140 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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