For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 blue ribbon private high schools serving 3,451 students in Pennsylvania.
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Pennsylvania include Villa Joseph Marie High School, Mount St. Joseph Academy, and Mercyhurst Preparatory School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private high school average acceptance rate of 79%.
100% of blue ribbon private high schools in Pennsylvania are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- # Private Schools: 7
- # Students Served: 3,451
