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Best 16686 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 386 students in 16686, PA (there are 3 public schools, serving 1,674 public students). 19% of all K-12 students in 16686, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 16686, PA include Grier School and St. Matthew Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 50%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
75% of private schools in 16686, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Amish and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 16686 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026)

Grier School Photo
Grier School
Gr: 7-12 | 298 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 31
All-girls
2522 Grier School Road
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-3000
(1)
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Map of St. Matthew Elementary School
St. Matthew Elementary School
Gr: PK-6 | 42 students
Catholic
1105 Cameron Ave
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-3510
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Map of Twin Mountain Amish School
Twin Mountain Amish School
Gr: 1-8 | 25 students
Amish
200 Homestead Ln
Tyrone, PA 16686
(717) 445-0952
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Map of White Oak School
White Oak School
Gr: 1-8 | 21 students
Amish
Rr 1 Box 342
Tyrone, PA 16686
(717) 442-0952
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16686, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Lone Pine School
Lone Pine School
Gr: 1-8 | 20 students
Amish
133 Lone Pine Ln
Tyrone, PA 16686
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 16686, PA?
The top ranked private schools in 16686, PA include Grier School and St. Matthew Elementary School.
How many private schools are located in 16686?
4 private schools are located in 16686.
What percentage of students in 16686 go to private school?
19% of all K-12 students in 16686 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 16686?
75% of private schools in 16686 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Amish and Catholic).

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