7,647
Preschools
6,001
Elementary Schools
3,837
Middle Schools
2,406
High Schools
2,854
Public District Schools
9,855
Private Schools
12,902
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 30, 2024
Bait and Switch: A Disappointing Experience at Perk
My son recently completed his freshman year as a boarding student at Perk, and while the school largely lived up to its promises, the lacrosse... More
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Perkiomen School
Current student
May 29, 2024
I have been in johnstown schools my whole life from pre-k and I am now going into my senior year and from day one this school has been bad. Kids always fighting, vaping/smoking. Students always... More
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Greater Johnstown Senior High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 29, 2024
I agree with everything that the other person stated about this the negativity that occurs in this place. The Teachers down to students and parents are all rude and clicky. The favoritism is very much... More
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St Bernadette School