For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,967 students in 19078, PA (there are , serving 348 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 19078, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 19078 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 19078, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19078, PA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
333 Constitution Ave
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Gr: K-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Leedom Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
620 East Chester Pike
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Gr: K-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Ridley Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Free St.
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1900
Gr: 6-8 | 1,307 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19078, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 19078, PA include Lakeview Elementary School, Leedom Elementary School and Ridley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 19078?
3 public schools are located in 19078.
What percentage of students in 19078 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 19078 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19078?
19078 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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