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 07, 2024
The team I worked with at my school job is wonderful for several reasons. First, everyone is incredibly supportive and always willing to lend a helping hand. We have a great sense of camaraderie and... More
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Gettysburg Montessori Charter School
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
I was referred to Talk School by a Developmental Pediatrician at Nemours Children’s Hospital after not having success in the school district. As a parent, I was embraced as a valuable member of the... More
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Talk School
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
"When we considered education options for our boys we knew that we wanted a Christian school that would support their faith formation, but were not willing to settle for subpar academics. At Lancaster... More
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Lancaster Mennonite School-Lancaster Campus