The Circle School

Founded in 1984, The Circle School is an independent private day school for children ages 4-18 located in Harrisburg, PA. At The Circle School, students participate in democratic governance of the school, practicing life in a scaled-down version of the larger world.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 83 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1984
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
8

Student Body

Total Students
83 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 27%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Financial aid available. See circleschool.org for more information.
% on Financial Aid
90%
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School Notes

  • School Motto: Freedom · Responsibility · Democracy · Community
Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for The Circle School?
The application deadline for The Circle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 83 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Harrisburg, PA is $7,148 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Harrisburg, PA is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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