7,563
Preschools
5,927
Elementary Schools
3,807
Middle Schools
2,357
High Schools
2,865
Public District Schools
9,732
Private Schools
12,794
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Pennsylvania based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
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Largest School Districts in Pennsylvania
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Philadelphia City School District
132,520 students | PHILADELPHIA, PA
Grades PK-12 | 217 schools -
Pittsburgh School District
22,934 students | PITTSBURGH, PA
Grades PK-12 | 55 schools -
Central Bucks School District
18,224 students | DOYLESTOWN, PA
Grades K-12 | 23 schools -
Reading School District
17,925 students | READING, PA
Grades PK-12 | 19 schools -
Allentown City School District
16,946 students | ALLENTOWN, PA
Grades K-12 | 24 schools
Reviews From Schools in Pennsylvania
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Parent / Guardian
August 29, 2022
Ithan is more of a private school than public. Responsibility and accountability are taught to the children. There are less distractions for the kids as well. The classes are small and the teachers... More
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Ithan El School
Parent / Guardian
August 29, 2022
I don't think the test score reflects the school's quality of education. Our students in Furness come from all where in the world. We have a very diverse student body. As a graduate student and also a... More
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Furness Horace High School
Parent / Guardian
August 28, 2022
Pros:
1. Engaged students, teachers and parents. Active parent-driven PTA provides extracurricular community events and supports parent engagement including in-class parent volunteer activities.
2.... More
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Markham El School
