7,654
Preschools
6,030
Elementary Schools
3,866
Middle Schools
2,418
High Schools
2,894
Public District Schools
9,855
Private Schools
12,944
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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The School District of Philadelphia
124,111 students | PHILADELPHIA, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 220 schools -
Pittsburgh Public Schools
21,407 students | PITTSBURGH, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 58 schools -
Reading School District
17,659 students | READING, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 20 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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Parent / Guardian
September 15, 2024
They could be doing a lot better academically! They push kids along to the next grade or when they’re behind then offer summer school where they push them along as well. Kids fall behind easy! There... More
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Penn Valley School
Parent / Guardian
September 15, 2024
As a parent of both of special education student and a regular education student, I can honestly say I loved every minute of my kids’ experiences at Davis. Very caring and hardworking teachers and... More
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Davis Elementary School
Current student
September 14, 2024
This school isn’t the best, it doesn’t have the best curriculum or safety but the community is everything. The teachers CARE about what the students go through , they CARE about health and pace. Their... More
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Tech Freire Charter School