Longmore Academy serves 51 students in grades 3-12. The student:teacher of Longmore Academy is 4:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Longmore Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Year Founded
1878
Student Body
Total Students
51 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longmore Academy's ranking?
Longmore Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Longmore Academy?
The application deadline for Longmore Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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