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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2024
Great public school for the area. Many options for athletics, arts and academic competitions!
Review for
North Pocono Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2024
We're thrilled with our student’s time here. Small class sizes/ personalized attention and highly qualified specialists have been instrumental in our child's academic growth.
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North Pocono Intmd School
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2024
My son has been here for over a year and we are happy with his teachers, his development, and how clean the school is.
Review for
The Goddard School