7,635
Preschools
6,009
Elementary Schools
3,854
Middle Schools
2,406
High Schools
2,892
Public District Schools
9,824
Private Schools
12,911
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Pennsylvania based on a variety of measures. 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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The School District of Philadelphia
118,335 students | PHILADELPHIA, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 220 schools -
Commonwealth Connections Academy Cs
20,355 students | HARRISBURG, PA
Grades K-12 | 1 school -
Pittsburgh Public Schools
20,034 students | PITTSBURGH, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 58 schools -
Central Bucks School District
17,540 students | DOYLESTOWN, PA
Grades K-12 | 23 schools -
Reading School District
17,363 students | READING, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 20 schools
Reviews From Schools in Pennsylvania
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Parent / Guardian
August 02, 2025
McKnight Elementary School is a beautiful school located in a wonderful area, offering a welcoming and inspiring environment for students. One of the great advantages for my children is that the... More
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Mcknight El School
Parent / Guardian
August 01, 2025
The bullying is out of control and not punished at all. Months and months of my child being emotionally and physically abused by bullies and the principal wouldn’t fix the problem.
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Central Mountain High School
Parent / Guardian
August 01, 2025
Our experience at Center Square Montessori School has been a unique and amazing journey; I have two children here, and I speak for myself, and countless other families who I've known over three years... More
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Centre Square Montessori Schoolhouse