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Largest Pennsylvania Private Elementary Schools

The average private elementary school in Pennsylvania has 140 students (2026-27).

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

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# PA Schools Ranked: 1,468
Top 20 Range (Students): 715–2,189
PA School Avg.: 139
National School Avg.: 196

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# PA Schools Ranked: 1,468
Top 20 Range (Students): 715–2,189
PA School Avg.: 139
National School Avg.: 196

Pennsylvania Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	Pennsylvania (PA) avg
2025	139
2024	126
2023	132
2022	175
2021	171
2020	144
2019	153
2018	151
2017	174
2016	174
2015	164

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Show school map — Pennsylvania (students range: 715–2,189, avg 139)

School Size Range: 604 2,189 Avg. School Size: 863

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pennsylvania average private elementary schools student size?

The Pennsylvania average private elementary schools student size is 140 for 2026-27.

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

The top ranked private elementary schools in Pennsylvania include Milton Hershey School, Veritas Scholars Academy and The Episcopal Academy.

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