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 09, 2024
My son just started here from another county and left an allegedly top 50 district in the state. The transition was incredible. The staff at the school were so welcoming and he’s doing better than... More
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Norwood School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 09, 2024
Wonderful middle school. Great home and school administration!! Teacher work hard with the students and encourage parental support.
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Chichester Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 09, 2024
They have completely given up on my child, he spends his day playing with toys and games on a Chromebook, my child along with many other children I’ve seen have eloped from the building so the safety... More
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Hoover El School