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 20, 2024
My kids have attended this school 4 years so far. The principal, the teachers, the staff and the special education department are all great. There are lots of activities for students and families. My... More
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Northwest School
Current student
May 20, 2024
This is a mixed experience. If you don’t want to get bullied, don’t come here. However, a lot of things are fun, and the teachers do their best. It's just the 6th to 8th graders that mess things up.... More
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Richard Allen Preparatory CS
Teacher
May 20, 2024
Throughout my career in Philadelphia's educational and nonprofit sectors, I've encountered an organization where appearances trump substance. That company is Community Academy of Philadelphia. The... More
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Community Academy of Philadelphia CS