Top 10 Best York County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 54 private schools serving 5,135 students in York County, PA (there are 109 public schools, serving 64,664 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in York County, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The best top ranked private schools in York County, PA include Grace Academy, Christian School Of York and Tidings Of Peace Christian School.
The average tuition cost is $4,933, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average tuition cost of $12,216.
62% of private schools in York County, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked York County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Grace Academy
Grace Academy Photo - Children love to climb up the "Mountain Climber" in our playground!
(Christian)
(5)
3930 Farm Drive
York, PA 17402
(717) 430-6085
Grades: NS-12
| 113 students
Christian School Of York
Christian School Of York Photo - Equipping students through academic rigor and uncompromising Biblical truth to impact the world for Christ. Lots of new and exciting things are happening for our 21/22 school year! Call now to find out how you can be part of our Defender family! 717-767-6842, ext. 269.
(Christian)
(13)
907 Greenbriar Rd
York, PA 17404
(717) 767-6842
Grades: PK-12
| 491 students
Holy Trinity Catholic School
(Catholic)
235 South Beaver Street
York, PA 17401
(717) 854-8263
Grades: PK-6
| 127 students
Red Lion Christian School
(Christian)
105 Springvale Rd
Red Lion, PA 17356
(717) 244-3905
Grades: PK-12
| 241 students
St. Joseph School
(Catholic)
236 Baltimore St
Hanover, PA 17331
(717) 632-1335
Grades: PK-8
| 208 students
St. Joseph School
St. Joseph School Photo
(Catholic)
(5)
2945 Kingston Rd
York, PA 17402
(717) 755-1797
Grades: PK-6
| 280 students
St. Rose Of Lima School
St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - It's true, St. Rose has gone BLUE. - Believe, Learn, Understand, Evolve
(Catholic)
115 N Biesecker Rd
Thomasville, PA 17364
(717) 792-0889
Grades: PK-6
| 84 students
St. Theresa Continuation School
St. Theresa Continuation School Photo
(Catholic)
1200 Bridge Street
New Cumberland, PA 17070
(717) 774-7464
Grades: PK-8
| 361 students
Tidings Of Peace Christian School
Tidings Of Peace Christian School Photo - Tidings of Peace Christian School
(Mennonite)
329 E Poplar St
York, PA 17403
(717) 843-4562
Grades: K-12
| 65 students
York Catholic High School
York Catholic High School Photo - York Catholic motivates students to be compassionate and serve with a desire to improve their community and the world. Like any family, York Catholic values support, trust, and love for one another.
(Catholic)
601 E Springettsbury Ave
York, PA 17403
(717) 846-8871
Grades: 7-12
| 608 students
1000 Indian Rock Dam Road
York, PA 17403
(717) 815-6700
Grades: PK-12
| 281 students
1st Church Of Brethren Cdc
Daycare / Preschool (Brethren)
2710 Kingston Road
York, PA 17402
(717) 757-6390
Grades: NS-PK
| 110 students
Best Friends Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
206 Bridge St
New Cumberland, PA 17070
(717) 774-3319
Grades: PK-K
| 23 students
Bible Baptist Christian Academy
Bible Baptist Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
(2)
4190 N Susquehanna Trl
York, PA 17404
(717) 266-2544
Grades: PK-12
| 108 students
Cherry Ridge School
(Amish)
339 Cold Cabin Road
Delta, PA 17314
(717) 862-3784
Grades: 1-8
| 27 students
Children First Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
215 Saint Charles Way
York, PA 17402
(717) 741-5426
Grades: NS
| 51 students
Christ Lutheran Child Development Center
Alternative School (Other Lutheran)
126 W Main St
Dallastown, PA 17313
(717) 244-4832
Grades: PK-K
| 104 students
Delta Christian Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Church of the Nazarene)
6610 Delta Rd
Delta, PA 17314
(717) 456-5826
Grades: Inquire with school
| 2 students
The Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
101 Webster Ave
York, PA 17404
(717) 845-1177
Grades: PK-K
| 97 students
East York KinderCare
East York KinderCare Photo - East York KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
120 South Northern Way
York, PA 17402
(717) 755-2821
Grades: NS-PK
| 10 students
Garbers Mennonite School
(Mennonite)
6082 Old Hanover Rd
Spring Grove, PA 17362
(717) 225-7277
Grades: 1-12
| 62 students
The Goddard School
The Goddard School Photo
Daycare / Preschool
88 Theater Lane
York, PA 17402
(717) 840-2522
Grades: NS-K
| students
Grace Words Christian Academy
(Christian)
806 W Princess St
York, PA 17401
(717) 900-6619
Grades: K-9
| 13 students
Hope Academy
All-girls (Christian)
3899 Sticks Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-3198
Grades: 8-12
| 4 students
Hope Christian School Of Hanover
(Baptist)
6450 Hope Way
Hanover, PA 17331
(717) 633-1479
Grades: K-12
| 54 students
Jack & Jill Nursery & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
505 S Ogontz Street
York, PA 17403
(717) 854-4778
Grades: PK-K
| 30 students
Keystone Christian Academy - York
Keystone Christian Academy - York Photo - Keystone Christian Academy is based on a strong faith in God, and the spiritual nurture of vulnerable young children is of paramount importance. Education is a holistic endeavor to minster to both mind and spirit.
(Christian)
340 East Market Street
York, PA 17403
(717) 850-0943
Grades: K-9
| 34 students
Kiddie Academy
Daycare / Preschool
87 E Forrest Ave
Shrewsbury, PA 17361
(717) 227-9511
Grades: PK-K
| 61 students
Learning & Sharing
Daycare / Preschool
335 Front St
New Cumberland, PA 17070
(717) 774-6844
Grades: PK-K
| 59 students
Lighthouse Christian School
(Baptist)
5005 Carlisle Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-5000
Grades: K-12
| 59 students
Little Hands Nursery School
Daycare / Preschool
160 Red Mill Rd
Etters, PA 17319
(717) 932-2397
Grades: PK-K
| 110 students
Magic Years Child Care And Learning
Daycare / Preschool
500 Boundary Ave
Hanover, PA 17331
(717) 632-1111
Grades: PK-K
| 20 students
Missionary Bible Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
920 Beck Mill Rd
Hanover, PA 17331
(717) 632-3590
Grades: 12
| 6 students
The Montessori Children's House Of York
The Montessori Children's House Of York Photo - The Montessori Children's House of York educates students beginning at age 3. Founded in 1977, it is York County's oldest Montessori primary school, and the county's only Montessori elementary and adolescent program. Tours are available daily.
Montessori School
(2)
3417 E Market St
York, PA 17402
(717) 757-1331
Grades: NS-8
| 72 students
Nhs Human Services York School
Special Education School
3151 W Market St
York, PA 17404
(717) 792-2304
Grades: 7-12
| 3 students
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York County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
671 W Market St
York, PA 17401
(717) 471-3996
Grades: PK-12
| 51 students
157 Sinclair Road
Delta, PA 17314
Grades: 1-8
| 44 students
927 Broadway
Hanover, PA 17331
(717) 632-8626
Grades: K-12
| 47 students
Po Box 519; 851 Campbell /Road
New Freedom, PA 17349
(717) 235-6877
Grades: K-12
| 36 students
3350 Alta Vista Road
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 767-4043
Grades: PK-K
| 47 students
239 Thompson Rd
Delta, PA 17314
Grades: 1-8
| 25 students
St. John Lutheran School (Closed 2010)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2580 Mount Rose Ave
York, PA 17402
(717) 755-4779
Grades: K-7
| 111 students
251 E. Main Street, Dallastown, PA 17313
Dallastown, PA 17313
(717) 244-9386
Grades: PK-6
| 129 students
10937 Smith Hollow Rd
Brogue, PA 17309
Grades: 1-8
| 24 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in York County, PA?
The top ranked private schools in York County, PA include Grace Academy, Christian School Of York and Tidings Of Peace Christian School.
How many private schools are located in York County, PA?
54 private schools are located in York County, PA.
How much do private schools cost in York County, PA?
The average tuition cost is $4,933, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average tuition cost of $12,216.
How diverse are private schools in York County, PA?
York County, PA private schools are approximately 21% minority students, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average of 26%.
What percentage of students in York County, PA go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in York County, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in York County, PA?
62% of private schools in York County, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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