For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,967 students in 19078, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19078, PA are Lakeview Elementary School, Leedom Elementary School and Ridley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19078 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19078, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19078, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
333 Constitution Ave
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Grades: K-5
| 379 students
Rank: #22.
Leedom Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
620 East Chester Pike
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Grades: K-5
| 281 students
Rank: #33.
Ridley Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Free St.
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Grades: 6-8
| 1,307 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 19078, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19078, PA include Lakeview Elementary School, Leedom Elementary School and Ridley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19078?
3 public elementary schools are located in 19078.
What is the racial composition of students in 19078?
19078 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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