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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Current student
May 03, 2024
I have been a student at palcs for a few years now, and I will give my COMPLETE honest opinion. I do not like this school. The teachers do not have the ability to teach. They haven't teached me almost... More
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Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School
Parent / Guardian
May 03, 2024
SEA is a really special place. My younger child is off to a great start with beginning reading skills, and has already grown so much in learning about her own feelings and getting along with others.... More
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St. Edmund's Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 03, 2024
If your student is anything beside a typical learner, just expect your child to be targeted as a “problem” by teachers. It took over a year of asking for supports, being told my child’s grades were... More
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Pottsgrove Middle School