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Largest Pennsylvania Private Preschools

The average private preschool in Pennsylvania has 156 students (2026-27).

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

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# PA Schools Ranked: 1,128
Top 20 Range (Students): 693–2,189
PA School Avg.: 155
National School Avg.: 187

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# PA Schools Ranked: 1,128
Top 20 Range (Students): 693–2,189
PA School Avg.: 155
National School Avg.: 187

Pennsylvania Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	Pennsylvania (PA) avg
2025	156
2024	152
2023	155
2022	155
2021	154
2020	150
2019	150
2018	147
2017	146
2016	146
2015	142

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Show school map — Pennsylvania (students range: 693–2,189, avg 155)

School Size Range: 596 2,189 Avg. School Size: 840

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pennsylvania average private preschools student size?

The Pennsylvania average private preschools student size is 156 for 2026-27.

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

The top ranked private preschools in Pennsylvania include Milton Hershey School, The Episcopal Academy and Springside Chestnut Hill Academy.

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