Montessori Children's House Of Valley Forge Photo - Our school, located in Valley Forge Park.

Best Wayne Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 private schools serving 3,065 students in Wayne, PA (there are 8 public schools, serving 5,546 public students). 36% of all K-12 students in Wayne, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The average tuition cost is $27,008, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average tuition cost of $14,817.
40% of private schools in Wayne, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked Wayne Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Archbishop Carroll High School
(Catholic)
211 Matsonford Road
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 688-7610
Gr: 9-12 | 673 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Archbishop John Carroll High School
(Catholic)
211 W Matsonford Rd
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 688-7610
Gr: 9-12 | 674 students Tuition listed
The Grayson School
The Grayson School Photo - RADNOR, Pa., May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Trustees of The Grayson School are pleased to announce that the school has been granted accreditation by the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) for ten years-an unprecedented term for a young school in their initial application year.
Special Program Emphasis
211 Matsonford Road
Wayne, PA 19087
(484) 428-3241
Gr: PK-12 | 164 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
St. Katharine Of Siena School
(Catholic)
116 S. Aberdeen Ave.
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 688-5451
Gr: K-8 | 416 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Valley Forge Military Academy
Valley Forge Military Academy Photo - Our mission is to develop individuals fully prepared to lead as responsible citizens. At Valley Forge Military Academy, we produce graduates who are resilient in mind, strong in body, and guided by a moral compass. Through leadership training, academic rigor, and character development, our cadets are equipped to thrive in all aspects of life.
All-boys
(3)
1001 Eagle Rd
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 989-1200
Gr: 7-12 | 140 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Armenian Sisters Academy
Armenian Sisters Academy Photo - The Armenian Sisters Academy fosters the Montessori philosophy in a warm and caring environment.
Montessori School
440 Upper Gulph Rd
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 687-4100
Gr: PK-8 | 156 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Assumption Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
135 Fairfield Ln
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 688-5277
Gr: PK-K | 129 students Tuition listed
Chesterbrook Academy
Daycare / Preschool
1560 Bradford Rd
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 296-7200
Gr: PK-K | 114 students
The Childrens School Of Cabrini University
Daycare / Preschool
45 Walker Rd
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 964-6112
Gr: PK-K | 55 students
Goddard School
Goddard School Photo
Daycare / Preschool
95 Crestline Road
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 688-5229
Gr: PK-K | 72 students
Heritage School
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
651 N Wayne Avenue
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 688-6342
Gr: PK-K | 132 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Montessori Children's House Of Valley Forge
Montessori Children's House Of Valley Forge Photo - 3.5 acres of beautiful park land
Montessori School
(1)
1630 Thomas Road
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 783-0110
Gr: NS-K | 152 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 4
St. David's Nursery School
Daycare / Preschool
765 Valley Forge Rd
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 687-3777
Gr: PK-K | 101 students
Woodlynde School
Woodlynde School Photo
Special Education School
(7)
445 Upper Gulph Road
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 687-9660
Gr: K-12 Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Ysc Academy
All-boys | Special Program Emphasis
983 Old Eagle School Rd
Wayne, PA 19087
(215) 260-5645
Gr: 7-12 | 87 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Wayne, Pennsylvania

Wayne, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
210 S Wayne Ave
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 989-9200
Gr: PK-K | 93 students

Overview

This Town (Wayne)
This State (PA)
# Schools
15 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
3,065 Students
274,014 Students
% Average Students of Color
26%
27%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
229 Teachers
23,928 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
53%
Average Class Size
13 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
13 courses
12 courses
Average SAT score
1292
(Out of 1600)
1229
Average ACT score
32
(Out of 36)
28

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$27,008
$14,817
Average % on Financial Aid
25%
45%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,500
$6,253
Average Acceptance Rate
70%
81%
Average Endowment Size
$10 million
$56.15 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.62
0.60
# American Indian Students
4 Students
350 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
117 Students
9,516 Students
% Asian Students
4%
4%
# Hispanic Students
115 Students
12,745 Students
% Hispanic Students
3%
5%
# Black Students
368 Students
27,506 Students
% Black Students
11%
10%
# White Students
1,801 Students
160,038 Students
% White Students
54%
58%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
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
923 Students
64,290 Students
% of Others Students
28%
23%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Wayne, PA?
How many private schools are located in Wayne?
15 private schools are located in Wayne.
How much do private schools cost in Wayne?
The average tuition cost is $27,008, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average tuition cost of $14,817.
How diverse are private schools in Wayne?
Wayne private schools are approximately 26% minority students, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average of 27%.
What percentage of students in Wayne go to private school?
36% of all K-12 students in Wayne are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Wayne?
40% of private schools in Wayne are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private schools in Wayne are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Wayne include: Assumption Academy vs. Heritage School, Heritage School vs. Assumption Academy

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