7,639
Preschools
6,014
Elementary Schools
3,856
Middle Schools
2,410
High Schools
2,892
Public District Schools
9,830
Private Schools
12,917
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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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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Current student
April 30, 2025
The students here are wonderful. Excited to learn, curious, engaged, supportive, etc. but most of the teachers do not know how to teach. There are only a few teachers here that uphold the values of... More
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George School
Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2025
All three of our children have gone to St. Elizabeth from Kindergarten through 8th grade. I truly don't know where to begin. St. Elizabeth is much more than a grade school. It is a safe space, with... More
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St. Elizabeth Parish School
Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2025
All four of my children have attended Aston Elementary, and our experience has been nothing short of amazing. From the very beginning, the staff has felt like family—always supportive, kind, and... More
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Aston El School