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Best Abington Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 481 students in Abington, PA (there are 5 public schools, serving 6,179 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in Abington, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top-ranked private schools in Abington, PA include Nexus School, Center School, and Our Lady Help Of Christians School.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
50% of private schools in Abington, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top-Ranked Abington Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Center School
Center School Photo - A comprehensive academic program is provided for Center School students in first through eighth grade. The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of students and reflect the best of current research. Students receive explicit instruction in academic, organizational, and study skills to provide them with the strategies they need to become independent and confident learners.
Special Education School
(8)
2450 Hamilton Avenue
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 657-2200
Gr: 1-8 | 67 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Nexus School
Special Education School
2801 Woodland Rd
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 657-2434
Gr: Inquire with school | 22 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Help Of Christians School
(Catholic)
1525 Elkins Ave
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 887-3067
Gr: PK-8 | 224 students Tuition listed
Happy 'r' Wee
Daycare / Preschool
1501 Huntingdon Road
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 885-4405
Gr: PK-K | 22 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Hope Christian Academy
New Hope Christian Academy Photo - NHCA Move Up Day 2018
Special Program Emphasis (Baptist)
1052 Easton Road
Abington, PA 19001
(877) 566-0650
Gr: PK-12 | 44 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Regina Coeli Academy
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Alternative School (Catholic)
(1)
1525 Marian Rd.
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 277-1386
Gr: PK-8 | 102 students Avg. class size: 10 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Abington, Pennsylvania

Abington, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
971 Old York Rd
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 886-0650
Gr: PK-K | 74 students

Overview

This Town (Abington)
This State (PA)
# Schools
6 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
481 Students
273,898 Students
% Average Students of Color
30%
27%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
74 Teachers
23,927 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
74%
53%
Average Class Size
11 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
15 courses
12 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,867
$14,799
Average Summer Program Cost
$3,450
$1,785
Average % on Financial Aid
45%
45%
Average Acceptance Rate
75%
81%
Average Endowment Size
$50 million
$56.22 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.62
0.60
# American Indian Students
n/a
350 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
13 Students
9,515 Students
% Asian Students
3%
4%
# Hispanic Students
13 Students
12,745 Students
% Hispanic Students
3%
5%
# Black Students
50 Students
27,502 Students
% Black Students
10%
10%
# White Students
255 Students
160,033 Students
% White Students
53%
58%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
253 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
150 Students
64,185 Students
% of Others Students
31%
23%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
4 extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
3 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Abington, PA?
The top-ranked private schools in Abington, PA include Nexus School, Center School, and Our Lady Help Of Christians School.
How many private schools are located in Abington?
6 private schools are located in Abington.
How diverse are private schools in Abington?
Abington private schools are approximately 30% minority students, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average of 27%.
What percentage of students in Abington go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in Abington are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Abington?
50% of private schools in Abington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).
Which private schools in Abington are often viewed compared to one another?

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