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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Parent / Guardian
May 11, 2024
No school is perfect but I'm happy that they have sports and school clubs for them to participate in. My child teachers keep me informed on my child grades and how to improve. I am happy have my child... More
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C.C.A. Baldi Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 11, 2024
would NOT recommend this school, The teachers and principal are very rude to both students and parents. Another kid started to **Choke** my kid and the principal said the kid was "Just being a kid",... More
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Buckingham El School
Parent / Guardian
May 10, 2024
We've been relatively disappointed. We were willing to navigate COVID with the school but the post COVID experience is really lacking. Parents are not welcome on campus anymore. The curriculum is... More
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Westtown School