Sacred Heart School Photo - Each grade level at Sacred Heart has one class, creating a close-knit community. With the support of additional teachers, instruction is tailored to meet individual needs-helping every student grow academically while fostering a strong sense of belonging, like a true classroom family. Each grade level at Sacred Heart has one class, creating a close-knit community.

Best Lancaster Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 31 private schools serving 4,784 students in Lancaster, PA (there are 37 public schools, serving 21,479 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in Lancaster, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top-ranked private schools in Lancaster, PA include Lancaster Mennonite School, Lancaster Catholic High School, and Lancaster Country Day School.
The average tuition cost is $12,031, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average tuition cost of $14,956.
58% of private schools in Lancaster, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top-Ranked Lancaster Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Jenkins School
Daycare / Preschool
3131 Columbia Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 295-1548
Gr: PK-K | 60 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Lancaster Catholic High School
Lancaster Catholic High School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
650 Juliette Ave
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 509-0315
Gr: 9-12 | 510 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 38 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lancaster Cooperative Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
538 W Chestnut Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 393-1733
Gr: NS-PK | 33 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
725 Hamilton Road
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 392-2916
Gr: PK-12 | 568 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 15 Acceptance rate listed
Lancaster County Christian School
(Christian)
(1)
2390 New Holland Pike
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 556-0711
Gr: PK-12 | 517 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Lancaster Mennonite School
Lancaster Mennonite School Photo - Lancaster Mennonite School is a private school for PreK-12th grade in Lancaster, PA providing a Christ-centered education.
(Mennonite)
(10)
2176 Lincoln Hwy East
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 509-4459
Gr: PK-12 | 519 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori Academy Of Lancaster
Montessori Academy Of Lancaster Photo - Montessori Academy of Lancaster celebrates International Day of Peace 2025 with a parade, songs, and poems.
Montessori School
2750 Weaver Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 560-0815
Gr: PK-6 | 203 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New School Montessori
New School Montessori Photo - In the care of New School Montessori teachers, children grow not only in knowledge, but also in curiosity, kindness, and self-belief.
Montessori School
935 Columbia Avenue
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 397-7655
Gr: NS-8 | 255 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School Photo - Each grade level at Sacred Heart has one class, creating a close-knit community. With the support of additional teachers, instruction is tailored to meet individual needs-helping every student grow academically while fostering a strong sense of belonging, like a true classroom family. Each grade level at Sacred Heart has one class, creating a close-knit community.
(Catholic)
(3)
235 Nevin St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 393-8433
Gr: PK-8 | 182 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. John Neumann Catholic School
St. John Neumann Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
601 E. Delp Rd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 844-6100
Gr: PK-8 | 224 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Saint Leo The Great School
Saint Leo The Great School Photo - Holy Mass every Friday. Confession 2-3 times per year. Grade level retreats for every grade. Numerous pilgrimage opportunities & faith building extras like vacation bible school, youth ministry and pro life / works of mercy
(Catholic)
2427 Marietta Avenue
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 394-1742
Gr: PK-8 | 332 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Veritas Press Scholars Academy
(Christian)
1805 Olde Homestead Ln
Lancaster, PA 17601
(800) 922-5082
Gr: 3-12 | 475 students
Wonder Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
10 W. Farnum St.
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 394-9723
Gr: PK-K | 50 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Anchor Christian Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
Po Box 6124
Lancaster, PA 17607
(717) 340-2230
Gr: 7-12 | 59 students
Belmont Special Education School
Special Education School (Amish)
46 Hartman Bridge Rd
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 768-3750
Gr: Inquire with school | 5 students
Blue Rock Mennonite School
(Mennonite)
(1)
3453 Blue Rock Rd
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 872-9493
Gr: 2-10 | 38 students
Charter Lane KinderCare
Charter Lane KinderCare Photo - Pre-K Counts Classroom
Daycare / Preschool
1849 Charter Lane
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 393-0686
Gr: NS-PK
Chesterbrook Academy
Daycare / Preschool
695 Good Dr
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 392-5828
Gr: NS-PK | 7 students
Chesterbrook Academy Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
417 W Frederick St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 509-1502
Gr: NS | 13 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Eden Road KinderCare
Eden Road KinderCare Photo - Eden Road KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
600-G Eden Rd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 569-0761
Gr: NS-PK | 28 students
Greenland Amish School
(Amish)
429 Gridley Rd
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 442-0952
Gr: 1-8 | 22 students
Kindercare Learning Center
Kindercare Learning Center Photo - Infant Classroom
Daycare / Preschool
595 Centerville Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-8426
Gr: PK-K | 108 students
Lancaster County Christian School-west Lampeter
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
651 Lampeter Rd
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 556-0711
Gr: PK-6 | 167 students Tuition listed
Lancaster KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
595 Centerville Rd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-8426
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students Tuition listed
Owl Hill Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
530 N Queen St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 396-9435
Gr: PK-K | 12 students
Resurrection Catholic School
(Catholic)
521 E Orange St
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 392-3083
Gr: PK-8 | 160 students
River Rock Academy
Alternative School
2124 Ambassador Circle
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 869-4196
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students
Rockvale Amish School
(Amish)
1890 Rockvale Rd
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 442-0952
Gr: 1-8 | 26 students
Rocky Ridge School
(Amish)
Clearview Rd
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 687-5652
Gr: 1-8 | 49 students
Rocky Springs School
(Amish)
501 Long Rifle Rd
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 442-0952
Gr: 1-8 | 22 students
Way Of Jesus Academy
(Christian)
880 Hershey Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 715-0099
Gr: K-10 | 77 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Lancaster, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
2423 New Holland Pike
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 656-4037
Gr: PK-K | 123 students

Overview

This Town (Lancaster)
This State (PA)
# Schools
31 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
4,784 Students
274,061 Students
% Average Students of Color
22%
27%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
399 Teachers
23,929 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
64%
53%
Average Class Size
15 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
10 courses
12 courses
Average SAT score
1188
(Out of 1600)
1229
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
28

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,031
$14,956
Average % on Financial Aid
43%
45%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
$6,231
Average Acceptance Rate
94%
81%
Average Endowment Size
$1 million
$55.56 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.60
0.60
# American Indian Students
7 Students
350 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
282 Students
9,516 Students
% Asian Students
6%
4%
# Hispanic Students
352 Students
12,745 Students
% Hispanic Students
7%
5%
# Black Students
199 Students
27,506 Students
% Black Students
4%
10%
# White Students
2,856 Students
160,077 Students
% White Students
58%
58%
# Hawaiian Students
5 Students
254 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
1,213 Students
64,298 Students
% of Others Students
25%
23%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
11 extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
9 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Lancaster, PA?
The top-ranked private schools in Lancaster, PA include Lancaster Mennonite School, Lancaster Catholic High School, and Lancaster Country Day School.
How many private schools are located in Lancaster?
31 private schools are located in Lancaster.
How much do private schools cost in Lancaster?
The average tuition cost is $12,031, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average tuition cost of $14,956.
How diverse are private schools in Lancaster?
Lancaster private schools are approximately 22% minority students, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average of 27%.
What percentage of students in Lancaster go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in Lancaster are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Lancaster?
58% of private schools in Lancaster are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in Lancaster are often viewed compared to one another?

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