With the school year right around the corner, it seemed like a perfect time to talk about the best schools in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs. One of the biggest factors when deciding where to buy a new home is the school district. If you’re looking to buy a house and have or are planning on having kids, check out three excellent schools in the Philadelphia area:

1. Meredith School, Queen Village Philadelphia: When you talk about great schools in the city, the conversation always comes back to Meredith in Queen Village. The school boasts 91% proficiency in math and 85% in reading. Check out a full list of homes for sale in Queen Village, within the Meredith School District.

2. Penn Alexander School, West Philadelphia: According to an article from www.phillymag.com, family involvement is huge at Penn Alexander (which might also explain student’s high proficiency in math and reading). But the only way to get in is to live in the area. Click Here for home’s for sale in West Philadelphia.

3. Central High, Northeast Philadelphia: Central’s strict requirements for admission make it hands down one of the best schools within city limits. Click the link to see homes for sale in Northeast Philadelphia. 

While these are just three of the best schools in Philadelphia, the city has got plenty of great ones available. What’s especially great for someone looking to move to the city and who has children is that, you’ll have more flexibility in where you move since there’s a decent school in most parts of the city. Whether you settle in Center City, the Northeast or West Philly, you’ll most likely be able to find something that fits your need. If you’d like to learn more about Philadelphia schools or Philly real estate, give us a call at 267.238.5713 or visit us at http://www.themickeygroup.com. And remember, you can always email me at mickey@themickeygroup.com.