For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 116 students in Carbondale, PA (there are 3 public schools, serving 1,590 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in Carbondale, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
50% of private schools in Carbondale, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Private Schools in Carbondale, PA (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Abington Christian Academy![Abington Christian Academy Photo]( "Abington Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
3364 Scranton Carbondale Hwy Blakely Pa
Carbondale, PA 18447
(570) 586-5270
Carbondale, PA 18447
(570) 586-5270
Gr: PK-8 | 52 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Edison Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
227 Pike St
Carbondale, PA 18407
(570) 282-5370
Carbondale, PA 18407
(570) 282-5370
Gr: PK-K | 64 students
Carbondale, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
27 Farview St 33
Carbondale, PA 18407
(570) 282-0340
Carbondale, PA 18407
(570) 282-0340
Gr: K-9 | 189 students
44 S Church St
Carbondale, PA 18407
(570) 282-2790
Carbondale, PA 18407
(570) 282-2790
Gr: 7-12 | 189 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Carbondale, PA?
2 private schools are located in Carbondale, PA.
What percentage of students in Carbondale go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in Carbondale are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Carbondale?
50% of private schools in Carbondale are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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