For the 2023-24 school year, there are 2,335 private schools serving 279,561 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 $10,889 for elementary schools and $16,385 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Pennsylvania include Delaware Valley Friends School, St. Peter's School and The Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 86% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 26% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
Top Ranked Pennsylvania Private Schools by County (2023-24)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Pennsylvania?
The best top ranked private schools in Pennsylvania include Delaware Valley Friends School, St. Peter's School and The Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in Pennsylvania?
2,335 private schools are located in Pennsylvania.
How much do private schools cost in Pennsylvania?
The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $10,889 for elementary schools and $16,385 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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