Winchester Thurston School leads the way in educational innovation, rigorous academics, scholarly standards, and a learning environment that better prepares students for the challenges of a changing world.
WT is a Jr. Pre-K - 12 independent school in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh where students achieve at the highest levels.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Acceptance rate: 65%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Winchester Thurston School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1887
Colors
Black, Purple, Yellow
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 27%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
khaki or blue pants/skirt or jumper, white or blue shirt (PK-8); in grades 9-12, we have a dress code, not a uniform.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
65%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Brooks Follansbee
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Winchester Thurston School?
The acceptance rate of Winchester Thurston School is 65%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Winchester Thurston School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.
Does Winchester Thurston School offer a summer program?
Yes, Winchester Thurston School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Winchester Thurston School offer?
Winchester Thurston School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Winchester Thurston School's ranking?
Winchester Thurston School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Winchester Thurston School?
The application deadline for Winchester Thurston School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Winchester Thurston School located?
Winchester Thurston School is located in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 6 other private schools located in Shadyside.
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The nearest high school to Winchester Thurston School is Central Catholic High School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Western Pennsylvania School For Blind Children (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is University Child Development Center (0.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
6425 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 661-5992
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 661-5992
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 403 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5711 Howe St
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 361-7182
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 361-7182
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Northside Catholic Assumption Academy
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3854 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
5.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students Avg. class size: 145 students Tuition listed
423 Fox Chapel Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 968-3179
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 968-3179
6.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,221 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 58 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
315 Academy Avenue
Sewickley, PA 15143
(412) 741-2230
Sewickley, PA 15143
(412) 741-2230
14.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 532 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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