2024 Best High Schools for Athletes in Pennsylvania

• Philadelphia, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.43 out of 5  122 reviews

Junior: My Junior year at the Prep was great. This was my first full year in school due to Covid and the comeback was smooth. The school didn't lose a step since my first year back in 19-20. The teachers and other faculty remained great and positive with and without masks. They were never judgemental about the situations regarding covid. My junior year turned out better than anticipated. We came in the year with more extracurricular activities which were great. I was able to attend multiple activities this year during and after school. One is the Environmental Club. The Environmental Club was run by a chemistry teacher that I had which turned out fun. I also attended his other clubs like his Jewish culture and Social Discussion clubs which were student-led with teacher input. The campus is huge and nice compared to most schools in the area. But the school went under construction at the beginning of May and is due mid-October and is supposed to look great via the pictures around the school.... Read 122 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 20

• North Allegheny School District, PA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.23 out of 5  770 reviews

Senior: North Allegheny School District in McCandless, PA is known for its competitive nature and top-tier clubs and athletics. The school has been recognized as the top sports school district in Pennsylvania and fourth in the nation. It has also been ranked as the No. 1 high school program for athletes in the state. The success and drive of the students contribute to the overall competitiveness and strength of the school. In addition to its athletic achievements, North Allegheny offers a wide range of clubs and extracurricular activities for students to get involved in. These clubs provide opportunities for students to pursue their interests and develop their skills outside of the classroom. The culture of success contributes to the overall competitiveness of the school. Overall, North Allegheny School District is considered one of the best in the state of Pennsylvania. Its strong athletic programs, top-tier clubs, and successful students make it a competitive and high-performing school.... Read 770 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 36

• Wyndmoor, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.63 out of 5  134 reviews

Alum: Class of 1994 graduate! I am tremendously proud of my association with LaSalle College High School. It is what has made me into the person and physician that I am today. It was an excellent school 30 years ago and even better now. The teachers are some of the best in the state, the facilities are top notch. Just a great school! Steven R. Blasi, D.O. Osteopathic Family Physician St. Luke's University Hospital & Health Network... Read 134 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 19

• Philadelphia, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.29 out of 5  104 reviews

Senior: I love all aspects about Roman Catholic High School, this school is a extremely diverse school it is also very welcoming. This school has expanded over the years and will continue to expand drastically over the next few years. These new expansions will bring new areas for students too explore and will withhold new classrooms and even a gym! The only problem i have with Roman Catholic High School is the lunch that is served during lunch. The lunch is expensive and it does not taste good. When choosing a food to eat there's no variety to choose from its just basic American cuisine that is served there. In conclusion Roman Catholic High School is a very good school and deserves the title to be the first ever Catholic High School in America.... Read 104 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 17

• Erie, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.25 out of 5  114 reviews

Senior: Cathedral Prep, in my opinion, is the best school in Erie. The support from teachers, administrators, and the resources available make the school impossible to pass up as an opportunity. The only parts that Prep lacks in is clubs and non-sport activities. This is most likely due to the merger and covid. The school can be strict, but the structure is needed. Prep has the best culture and academics in the area, and other schools can’t compete with the resources and passion of the teachers at prep.... Read 114 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 13

• Warminster, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.94 out of 5  173 reviews

Parent: Overall, I have been very happy with Archbishop Wood HS. I feel my daughter is getting an excellent education, and will be well-prepared for college. The faculty and staff are very quick in communicating with parents and offer support and advice to both students and parents. I would like to see a stronger Parent Association, but I know there are several parents that are working hard to strengthen this group after the disruption of COVID restrictions.... Read 173 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Total number of sports —

• Pittsburgh, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.15 out of 5  151 reviews

Sophomore: We have 3 Catholic High Schools within a 5 mile radius of our home, but hands-down decided to drive further to have our son attend Central Catholic. Everything Central says they provide they absolutely deliver on. My son is thriving in academics and sports and is experiencing the tradition of brotherhood in a faith community that no other Pittsburgh High School can provide. If you want a college preparatory environment coupled with a supportive and invested faculty and staff who will help your son achieve his academic and personal goals, there is no better school in the region than Central Catholic High School!... Read 151 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 19

• Philadelphia, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.99 out of 5  85 reviews

Alum: My overall experience at Neumann Goretti High School was significantly interesting, in a positive way of course! At the school I learned many things about connecting with others, understanding others, and most importantly building bonds/relationships with different people. I discovered different aspects of life that changed my views. Some of the times where I would consider them the "worst" experiences were probably whenever I wasn't doing really well in a class and the teachers wouldn't really suggest anything.... Read 85 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Total number of sports —

• Dallas School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.75 out of 5  115 reviews

Senior: While my time at Dallas Senior High School hasn't always been great, this school has helped me grow as a student, a friend, a sister, a daughter, a performer, a competitor, and an overall person. I have to admit that while I might not be too fond of high school right now, I will be able to look back at my time at Dallas Senior High School positively. I have been a student in this district since Kindergarten, so I m excited to be seeing myself graduating from this district in just under a year. I truly feel as though my time at this school has helped prepare me for college and beyond, as I go on to become the most successful person I can be. One negative thing I will say is that my school does not seem to care about programs that aren't sports. They will go above and beyond for their football team even if they lose the big game, but band, choir, academic clubs, etc. all seem to be either forgotten about or just flat out treated unfairly.... Read 115 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A

• Total number of sports 30

• Lower Merion School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.05 out of 5  274 reviews

Junior: Lower Merion is a great high school, and I am certainly going to miss it when I graduate. There are a lot of people here with a variety of interests, so you will be sure to find someone with similar interests. There's a lot of amazing clubs and activities at the school, such as the theater program, LM Players (clubs could use more funding though). School spirit and sports are great and highly celebrated (ex. Dawg Pound shows off school spirit at games). Teachers are overall great, and STEM is strong. The music department is especially great! Diversity could be a little better. Facilities are pretty good, and there are a lot of resources for college and more. We have a program called lunch and learn, which is one hour in the day students can use to eat lunch anywhere in school and do work or get help from teachers. Administration could be better, because they sometimes try to hide stuff up. Overall, I love LM and I can't imagine being anywhere else!... Read 274 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Total number of sports 32

• Radnor Township School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.19 out of 5  154 reviews

Junior: rising junior here! i'm having a fantastic experience at radnor so far but i'm a rich white gifted kid so that clouds my experience lol. the academics are GREAT i feel like i've learned so much and am so so prepared for college. workload can sometimes be hard to manage but overall i love my classes. i've fostered really close relationships with a lot of my teachers and i think they put a lot of effort into teaching. we also have a huge array of super fun electives. i'm a member of a couple clubs and also a club president. radnor has a load of clubs and makes it really easy to start your own which is nice, but certain activities (football) get more recognition and funding than the rest lol. my only real gripe is that the school is really white and rich and it only gets worse as the classes get smarter. i'm super unaware so i can't really speak to bullying but my friends have had problems with cliquishness.... Read 154 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Total number of sports 31

• Pittsburgh, PA•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.45 out of 5  130 reviews

Sophomore: Shady Side Academy stands out as a top-tier educational institution due to its unwavering commitment to academic excellence, diverse and inclusive community, and exceptional faculty. The school's rigorous curriculum, small class sizes, and dedicated teachers ensure that students receive a well-rounded education, preparing them for future success in college and beyond. Shady Side Academy's commitment to diversity and inclusivity creates a welcoming and enriching environment, where students from various backgrounds come together to learn and grow. With an outstanding faculty that is both knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects, Shady Side Academy provides students with the skills, knowledge, and values they need to excel in a rapidly changing world.... Read 130 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Total number of sports 29

• Ambler, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.24 out of 5  159 reviews

Senior: Gwynedd Mercy Academy has been such an authentic, welcoming, and friendly school for all of my four years here. My mother is an alumna of Gwynedd and as she helped me apply to Gwynedd in my 8th grade year, she mentioned multiple times about how the community and sisterhood of Gwynedd has shaped who she is today and this was one of the main hooks for me to go here. I love being a Gwynedd Girl and I have grown so much since my freshman year. The faculty and staff works so hard to make the school successful and their hard work becomes obvious every day that we make more steps to success as a whole school. The teacher here are fabulous and as I am approaching my graduation, I feel fully prepared for whatever college is going to throw at me. We have so many fun events here too, I feel like I am never bored! The sports here are so competitive and I had the support to move on to college as a committed athlete.... Read 159 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Total number of sports 14

• Philadelphia, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.17 out of 5  137 reviews

Senior: As a student-athlete, my time at Father Judge has been up and down. I have had days where my teachers are very laid back and teach us simultaneously, but then I have also had teachers seemingly let their emotions out on students for no apparent reason sometimes. Most of the coaches here are fair and reasonable, but my football coach was so disrespectful and unmotivating that I quit the sport that I loved for so many years. Overall, I feel like I would rather go here solely for the education and wrestling team, but past that, it was very hard for me to find any interest in anything else here. For example, I joined the engineering club, and was pushed to quit due to "overcommitment to sports." The only commitment I made to sports that caused my moderator to say this was that I went to practice at a normal time (3:30-5) every day of the week for regular season practices. I do think I went to a good school, but should I be have the option to send my kids here in the future, I would not.... Read 137 reviews

• grade B

• grade A

• Total number of sports —

• Wyomissing Area School District, PA•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 4.23 out of 5  97 reviews

Junior: Wyomissing Area has such a way of making me truly excited to learn and succeed, and provides its students with so many amazing opportunities in academics, sports, the arts, and the various clubs. As a junior I am already feeling confident about my post-secondary education, and am more than thankful for the teachers, staff, and administration for the execution of our education. All good things!... Read 97 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Total number of sports 39

• Bensalem, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.66 out of 5  198 reviews

Parent: HGP was an amazing high school experience for my son. He was able to take many higher level courses along with many AP courses. The HGP community, from teachers to admin to athletics to clubs to students, is a true Brotherhood that supported my son every step. He will be attending an elite university in the fall ( 75% scholarship) thanks to the HGP education he received!... Read 198 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Total number of sports 14

• Spring-Ford Area School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.02 out of 5  599 reviews

Senior: As a high school senior, I really flourished throughout my time at Spring-Ford High School. I had a great education and feel that I am fully prepared for college. I would highly recommend this school district to future students. The teachers and administration were amazing! It would be nice if the district added drivers training/education and would recommend a pool.... Read 599 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Total number of sports 25

• Holland, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.37 out of 5  202 reviews

Junior: I love Villa; it is such a close-knit community, and I learn so much! There is so much opportunity for career readiness and college preparation. My teachers are all so sweet, and I would totally recommend this small, quiet school for anyone who wants a small class size.... Read 202 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A

• Total number of sports 15

• Cumberland Valley School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.91 out of 5  499 reviews

Junior: There is a lot of variety in the courses that you can take at Cumberland Valley High School, and the staff is generally very open to discussion with students about any topic. However, some teachers don't really provide much outside resources that students who are struggling can use to understand material. The only thing I'd like to see change is the amount of outside resources teachers can confidently recommend to students who are struggling with certain concepts.... Read 499 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Total number of sports 28

• Downingtown Area School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.88 out of 5  207 reviews

Senior: I loved Downingtown west! From the football games to the classroom I loved every aspect of my school. I believe the teachers and administration are responsible for the welcoming and excitable culture. The teachers and student body made me excited to learn. I've shared so many laughs and made so memories in this school, and am happy to carry them with me into the next stage of my life. I think that speaks a lot about my overall experience as Downingtown West Whippet. West is both academically and athletically driven. There is a strong sense of competitiveness, but Downingtown instills the idea that success is not always individual. I feel lucky to have been a Whippet; for that, I know this school shaped me into the best version of myself. I am confident that I am equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to take me far.... Read 207 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Total number of sports 25

• School District of Upper Dublin, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.91 out of 5  285 reviews

Senior: Upper Dublin is a great school for academically inclined kids. There are a variety of honors and AP courses for students to take, and it is a fantastic place to learn, but the downside is the lack of access to resources for kids who aren't as "smart" as their peers. There's never been a time where I've wanted to go to a different high school, I'm very content to be at Upper Dublin, but there are times when safety has been a concern of mine while at school. UD also has a very good theatre program despite all the money we spend on our sports teams!... Read 285 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Total number of sports 27

• North Penn School District, PA•

• 10-12

• •
  Rating 3.93 out of 5  675 reviews

Senior: There are so many incredible opportunities offered at North Penn. Between clubs, classes, and teachers and staff that help find resources and connections, students are given many chances to take steps towards their career and interests. Both the engineering and the art department are amazing, with amazing teachers and resources. I would like to see more young, engaged teachers that are passionate about their subject. I would also like to see the admin and counselors do more to listen and help the students in troubles with classes, teachers, or events. Some policies are unfair and far too strict, so it would be good to see them revisit them or look closer at the "why" of any given situation (e.g. vapes, fights, voting for school-promoted contests). Overall an amazing school where students can grow and engage with others!... Read 675 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Total number of sports 31

• Fairless Hills, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.1 out of 5  185 reviews

Alum: CEC has been a home to me both as a student and employee. I have been fortunate to make life long friendships here, build connections and learn both academically, professionally, and personally. I value my experience as a student, which helped to shape me into the person I am today. I learned here that your character is invaluable, I have always strived for excellence in my endeavors, and committed to living the values instilled in me at CEC. Working here now is just an added perk in the experience!... Read 185 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Total number of sports 24

• Scranton, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.24 out of 5  141 reviews

Senior: I absolutely love Scranton Prep! The teachers really care, and the administrators and college advisors go above and beyond to help us succeed. The school is gorgeous, and they provide lots of clubs and activities to participate in.... Read 141 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Total number of sports 20

• Cranberry Township, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.72 out of 5  95 reviews

Parent: I daughter has been at NC for 3 years and is doing great academically and socially! She loves the small class size, the ability to take Honors and AP a classes to challenge herself and the opportunity to play a sport. I also like that the teachers know her and me personally and make themselves available even after school. They also support the Catholic faith.... Read 95 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Total number of sports —