7,648
Preschools
6,002
Elementary Schools
3,838
Middle Schools
2,406
High Schools
2,856
Public District Schools
9,856
Private Schools
12,905
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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Parent / Guardian
April 26, 2024
My son attended WSP from Little Friends through the 8th Grade. He is now attending the best private academy in the area and excelling across all his subjects. WSP prepared him well--not just in... More
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Waldorf School of Pittsburgh
Parent / Guardian
April 26, 2024
My son has been going to this school for 3 years now. We started just after COVID. We absolutely love it here. The staff and teachers are so involved in every day. We love this hands on approach. My... More
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Harvest Baptist Academy
Parent / Guardian
April 26, 2024
Harvest Baptist Academy is a great school. Our three children came from the public school system and Harvest has been a breath of fresh air for us. I am on the school board for the public school and... More
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Harvest Baptist Academy