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Largest Pennsylvania Private Schools

The average private school in Pennsylvania has 127 students (2026-27).

The largest private school in Pennsylvania is Milton Hershey School, with 2,189 students.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# PA Schools Ranked: 2,149
Top 20 Range (Students): 829–2,189
PA School Avg.: 126
National School Avg.: 175

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# PA Schools Ranked: 2,149
Top 20 Range (Students): 829–2,189
PA School Avg.: 126
National School Avg.: 175

Pennsylvania Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	Pennsylvania (PA) avg
2025	126
2024	117
2023	123
2022	150
2021	147
2020	131
2019	138
2018	136
2017	152
2016	151
2015	146

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Show school map — Pennsylvania (students range: 829–2,189, avg 126)

School Size Range: 715 2,189 Avg. School Size: 954

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pennsylvania average private schools student size?

The Pennsylvania average private schools student size is 127 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with the largest student size in Pennsylvania?

The top ranked private schools in Pennsylvania include Milton Hershey School, Veritas Scholars Academy and Archbishop Prendergast High School.

What is private high school and private elementary school with the largest student size in Pennsylvania?

The private high school with the largest student size in Pennsylvania is Milton Hershey School, with a value of 2189. The private elementary school with the largest student size is Milton Hershey School, with a value of 2189.

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