Top 10 Best York County Private Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 31 private elementary schools serving 3,931 students in York County, PA.
The top ranked private elementary schools in York County, PA include Grace Academy, York Catholic High School and Tidings Of Peace Christian School.
The average tuition cost is $4,933, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private elementary school average tuition cost of $10,974.
81% of private elementary schools in York County, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked York County Private Elementary 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)
5125 Grandview Road
Hanover, PA 17331
(717) 632-0118
Grades: NS-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
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
Garbers Mennonite School
(Mennonite)
6082 Old Hanover Rd
Spring Grove, PA 17362
(717) 225-7277
Grades: 1-12
| 62 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
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
Lighthouse Christian School
(Baptist)
5005 Carlisle Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-5000
Grades: K-12
| 59 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
Old Paths Christian Academy
(Baptist)
4072 Salem Rd
Spring Grove, PA 17362
(717) 225-3646
Grades: 3-12
| 4 students
Pleasant Hill Christian School
(Brethren)
9002 Orchard Road
Spring Grove, PA 17362
(717) 225-5838
Grades: 1-11
| 31 students
River Rock Academy Inc-spring Grove
Alternative School
149 E College Ave
Spring Grove, PA 17362
(717) 208-3349
Grades: 1-12
| 70 students
River Rock Academy Red Lion Campus
Alternative School
220 Country Club Rd
Red Lion, PA 17356
(717) 208-3349
Grades: K-12
| 70 students
St. John The Baptist School
St. John The Baptist School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
315 N Constitution Ave
New Freedom, PA 17349
(717) 235-3525
Grades: NS-6
| 155 students
55 Basilica Drive
Hanover, PA 17331
(717) 632-8715
Grades: NS-3
| 153 students
Shrewsbury Christian Academy
(Christian)
(16)
701 Windy Hill Rd
New Freedom, PA 17349
(717) 235-5763
Grades: PK-8
| 78 students
Soaring Heights School
Special Education School
4880 N Sherman Street Ext
Mount Wolf, PA 17347
(717) 392-9044
Grades: K-12
| 16 students
Sunnyburn School
(Amish)
33 Parlett Road
Airville, PA 17302
(717) 862-3089
Grades: K-8
| 31 students
York Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(1)
2220 Roosevelt Ave
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-5603
Grades: PK-7
| 28 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in York County, Pennsylvania

York County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
157 Sinclair Road
Delta, PA 17314
Grades: 1-8
| 44 students
671 W Market St
York, PA 17401
(717) 471-3996
Grades: PK-12
| 51 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 elementary schools in York County, PA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in York County, PA include Grace Academy, York Catholic High School and Tidings Of Peace Christian School.
How many private elementary schools are located in York County, PA?
31 private elementary schools are located in York County, PA.
How much do private elementary 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 $10,974.
How diverse are private elementary schools in York County, PA?
York County, PA private elementary schools are approximately 19% minority students, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average of 25%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in York County, PA?
81% of private elementary schools in York County, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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