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 29, 2024
Please do not send your child to Holy Family. Bullies always win at this school. They claim to have a zero tolerance policy for bullying, but the zero tolerance is for the child being bullied when... More
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Holy Family Regional Catholic School
Parent / Guardian
May 29, 2024
Arrowhead is such an amazing environment for learning and growing. I have three children currently enrolled in Arrowhead. We've had the pleasure of getting to know many of the teachers and they have... More
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Arrowhead El School
Current student
May 28, 2024
In my opinion Peirce is a great school, the teachers are very engaged with the students. We have an amazing principal who stands at the door and welcomes students in every morning, which makes... More
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E N Peirce Middle School