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Best Pennsylvania Alternative Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 99 alternative private schools serving 7,636 students in Pennsylvania.

The alternative private schools in Pennsylvania include Milton Hershey School, Beth Or Preschool Kindergarten, and Friendship House.

The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 85%.

26% of alternative private schools in Pennsylvania are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Jewish).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 99
# Students Served: 7,636

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 99
# Students Served: 7,636

Pennsylvania Alternative Private School Trends

Private Schools

7,636

Students

$8,984

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

46%

Students of Color

8:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in Pennsylvania?

The alternative private schools in Pennsylvania include Milton Hershey School, Beth Or Preschool Kindergarten, and Friendship House.

How many alternative private schools are located in Pennsylvania?

99 alternative private schools are located in Pennsylvania.

How diverse are alternative private schools in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania alternative private schools are approximately 46% minority students, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average of 27%.

What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in Pennsylvania?

26% of alternative private schools in Pennsylvania are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Jewish).

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