7,648
Preschools
6,001
Elementary Schools
3,837
Middle Schools
2,406
High Schools
2,854
Public District Schools
9,856
Private Schools
12,903
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Pennsylvania based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Pennsylvania offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Pennsylvania
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Philadelphia City School District
124,111 students | PHILADELPHIA, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 218 schools -
Pittsburgh School District
21,407 students | PITTSBURGH, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 55 schools -
Reading School District
17,659 students | READING, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 19 schools -
Central Bucks School District
17,571 students | DOYLESTOWN, PA
Grades K-12 | 23 schools -
Commonwealth Connections Academy Cs
16,419 students | HARRISBURG, PA
Grades K-12 | 1 school
Reviews From Schools in Pennsylvania
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May 14, 2024
We have two grandchildren at wyndcroft, one in first and one in fifth grade. The curriculum is exceptional. I taught at a public school for 21 years and the experience my grandchildren are getting... More
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Wyndcroft School
Parent / Guardian
May 13, 2024
As a parent I wouldn’t make the same choice I did to begin with. Pulled my son after 3 years because he went from being a kind respectful young man to one who used slurs, cheated in classes and very... More
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Malvern Preparatory School
Parent / Guardian
May 13, 2024
We have lived in this community for 3yrs. Elementary schools here are very good my daughter like the teachers very much and most of class mates. Middle school is full of privilege kids that do... More
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Upper Merion Middle School