North Central Philadelphia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
North Central
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State | Pennsylvania |
County | Philadelphia |
City | Philadelphia |
Area code(s) | 215, 267 and 445 |
North Central is a part of North Philadelphia in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Its name comes from its location, right in the middle of North Philadelphia.
This area is home to a diverse community. Many residents are African American and Puerto Rican. Two neighborhoods, Hartranft and Stanton, are often called "North Central" by local people. North Central shares its borders with both North Philadelphia East and North Philadelphia West.
Learning and Libraries
The School District of Philadelphia runs the public schools in this area. This means they are in charge of educating many students.
Kids and teens in North Central can also visit the Free Library of Philadelphia Lillian Marrero Branch. This library helps people in West Kensington and nearby areas. It offers books, computers, and programs for everyone.