For the 2024 school year, there are 2,206 private schools serving 275,136 students in Pennsylvania (there are 2,941 public schools, serving 1,670,866 students). 14% of all K-12 students in Pennsylvania are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $10,976 for elementary schools and $16,455 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Pennsylvania include The Agnes Irwin School, Grier School and Mercersburg Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 86% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 26% and the student:teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked Pennsylvania Private Schools by County (2024)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Pennsylvania?
The best top ranked private schools in Pennsylvania include The Agnes Irwin School, Grier School and Mercersburg Academy.
How many private schools are located in Pennsylvania?
2,206 private schools are located in Pennsylvania.
How much do private schools cost in Pennsylvania?
The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $10,976 for elementary schools and $16,455 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania private schools are approximately 26% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Pennsylvania go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Pennsylvania are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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