2022 Best high schools for athletes in Pennsylvania

• North Allegheny School District, PA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  747 reviews

Freshman: This is my first year in high school. North Allegheny is a district that provides its students with many resources and helps get work done. Some of its facilities may not be top-notch, but it is a great place to learn! It allows students to be prepared for their future, whatever it may be.... Read 747 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 36

• Philadelphia, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.51 out of 5  118 reviews

Junior: I love the Prep! It has a great location right in the heart of Philadelphia and manages to challenge students with an incredible academic rigor. The Prep is formed by its Jesuit character and commitment to service and forming men for and with others. It has great athletics as well with a nationally-ranked football program and great opportunities in other sports such as soccer, basketball, and lacrosse. Overall, the Prep brings out the best in students forming great moral characters they will hold for the rest of their lives.... Read 118 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 17

• Wyndmoor, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.58 out of 5  124 reviews

Senior: Personally I can attest to that fact that La Salle has helped me reach my fullest potential intellectually , spiritually socially and physically. La Salle has instilled in me the importance of taking responsibility of myself and the community around me, creating and sustaining respectful human relationships in community . The school has a diverse and rigorous academic curriculum that encourages independent thinking and has encouraged me to follow my individual interests which has helped me reach academic excellence. As a student feel a sense of pride, excitement, and accomplishment with all aspects of my high school life weather it is academic, athletic, artistic or spiritual. My school fosters commitment to academic excellence, service, and leadership and has made me the person I am today .... Read 124 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 19

• Warminster, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.99 out of 5  166 reviews

Alum: My experience at Archbishop Wood was overall a great experience. The culture at the school is my favorite part of the school. There is more economic diversity at this school than most of the other PCL schools in the area, and it contributes to a less stuck-up culture, in comparison to La Salle and Prep. There is a sense of grit within the student body and I love it, the school definitely acts on this competitiveness through their athletics. I was a member of the Football Team and over 10 extracurriculars at the school. If you seek it out, there is something for you at this school, trust me. The new counseling department and the curriculum prepared me for college, I am enrolled at a nationally-ranked Liberal Arts College and I have to thank Wood part of my success. You don't realize till you leave how much you will miss a place, and I truly feel this with Wood. The academics are solid, athletics great, people are down-to-earth, faculty care, and the culture is just awesome. ROLL VIKES!... Read 166 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Total number of sports —

• Pittsburgh, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.13 out of 5  147 reviews

Niche User: Pittsburgh Central Catholic is a highly esteemed institution that turns young boys into men and is well worth the investment. Although it is a steep tuition the lessons a young man will learn from the brotherhood simply cannot be matched. Along with the lifelong relationships you will make at Central Catholic they provide an education that is undoubtedly one of the best in the sate and maybe the country. It truly exemplifies what a 'college prep' high school should be like. The teachers never push a religion onto there students and allow them to think for themselves as that is apart of becoming a man. Most students have an outstanding relationship with their teachers and counselors. The sense of pride you get while attending this institution is something any one watching from a distance can see. Always remember Tradition Never Graduates!... Read 147 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 19

• Erie, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.28 out of 5  123 reviews

Senior: My experience at Villa Maria Academy has been mostly great. I have gotten to experience going to an all girls school in which I have been able to be more confident and heard in the classroom. The size of my classes are usually small, therefore I get more time speaking with my teachers. Unfortunately, one thing I wish that I could change about Villa Maria Academy is the lack of open minds to diversity. It has been a real struggle in which multiple people of color have come forward with. I am saying this as a white female, it needs to change. Everyone in the world deserves equal opportunity to be educated.... Read 123 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports —

• School District of Upper Dublin, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.92 out of 5  269 reviews

Alum: Excellent academics, extracurricular activities, and facilities! The Upper Dublin community of teachers and staff ensure that students are provided with the resources and opportunities necessary to succeed as they prepare for their future. Even after graduating, many of the teachers have offered additional guidance in my college education.... Read 269 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 27

• Erie, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.2 out of 5  101 reviews

Alum: I attended cathedral prep for all my four years of high school. Overall I am glad that I chose to go to school here for multiple reasons. I made a lot of friends at the school, gained a lot of knowledge, and had a good high school experience in general. Most of the teachers there were very nice and all of them were very helpful when needed. I also really enjoyed the brotherhood that cathedral prep had. I would definitely recommend the school!... Read 101 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 13

• Philadelphia, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.31 out of 5  100 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 100 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 17

• Central Bucks School District, PA•

• 10-12

• •
  Rating 4.07 out of 5  355 reviews

Senior: Wow! I have so many things I could say about CB West. CB West feels like my second home. I am always there. I was cheerleader all throughout high school so I was always staying after school for practices and games we cheered at. We are supporting our football team, and our men's and women's basketball teams. We have many talented athletes that come through CB West and it is awesome to see them thrive once they graduate. Regarding academics at CB West, we have many intelligent students. CB West offers many honor level and AP level classes that get up filled up pretty quickly. Students at CB West strive to be the best when it comes to their studies and are looking for a bright future. The staff and faculty at CB West are the best of the best. They have so much love, support and kindness toward each and every student no matter of their background. The teachers are always willing to stay after class and help students that may be falling behind. They make sure every student is successful!... Read 355 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 25

• Cumberland Valley School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.9 out of 5  486 reviews

Junior: The student body and staff are great. Lots of school pride and passionate teachers (most). I feel that I am building favorable skills and experiences that will last a lifetime and will be proven in my further academic careers. However, some decisions made within the school and school board do not assist the study body whatsoever and are only done for economic benefit rather than the betterment of the school.... Read 486 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 28

• Dallas School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.75 out of 5  112 reviews

Alum: I’ve been in Dallas all my life, k-12. It’s certainly a very positive and happy place to be. My senior year has been the best so far. I’ve been running the football tailgate and student section. Also I have won the spirit games lip sync battle 2 years in a row! When it becomes Christmas time there is a door decorating contest. I was the leader of the homeroom. We made a life size gingerbread house. Even though our senior year came to a quick end due to COVID-19, my friends and I still keep in contact with each other. These are just a few reasons why Dallas is such a great school! #dnation #mountaineers "ROLL MOUNTS”... Read 112 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 30

• Upper St. Clair School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.94 out of 5  277 reviews

Alum: Overall, great experience! Academically competitive, and I love that USC had the IB program, which I completed in my last two years of high school. Only complaint would be having more options for IB courses.... Read 277 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 27

• A•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.98 out of 5  82 reviews

Senior: I've had a great experience at Neumann Goretti, I've met some amazing people and have the best interactions with teachers and faculty that I know will last a lifetime! I would say that this school values sports heavily and you are better off attending if you are an athlete looking to pursue the next level of your sport. If not, you will still get a great experience but will realize that majority of the student body is there to become better at their sport and receive a scholarship for their future college!... Read 82 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports —

• Spring-Ford Area School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.01 out of 5  567 reviews

Senior: Spring-Ford High has a huge variety of classes...dozens of AP offerings, electives in everything from journalism to jewelry making, entrepreneurship to economics. They are also connected to an outstanding vo-tech school. Because of the large numbers of students, there are hundreds of clubs available not to mention sports teams. The school district is amazing and I'm lucky to go here. One thing it needs? A pool!... Read 567 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 25

• Pittsburgh, PA•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.44 out of 5  124 reviews

Parent: Our experience at Shady Side Academy has been outstanding. Our daughter came to the school as a Sophomore after our family moved to Pittsburgh, and her transition was seamless. The students, faculty and administration made her feel a part of the Shady Side community from our first visit. The culture at SSA is extremely welcoming and inclusive for both the student and their family—it’s truly a partnership. Academics at Shady Side are rigorous, but the support from teachers is unmatched. We feel confident that our daughter will be successful not only in college, but beyond, due in large part to her time at Shady Side Academy. If you’re even slightly considering Shady Side as an option, I encourage you to attend one of their Open House events. That was the first step we took, and I’m so grateful that we did!... Read 124 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 29

• Hermitage School District, PA•

• 8-12

• •
  Rating 3.87 out of 5  151 reviews

Junior: Hickory High School is a place where I've made many positive experiences throughout the years I've been here. As a junior, I have the chance to look back on what has worked and not worked for me. What I enjoy about Hickory is the range of opportunities available. For example, our school music department has a lot of participants and is emphasized by the school. Additionally, our drama department is large and puts on a musical every school year. My time in drama club as a student has been exciting. I also like that Hickory offers a nice range of classes in a variety of areas of study. However, Hickory could improve in that there seems to be a sense of a lack of unity at times and that it feels the administration may value certain students over others who seem to be more high achieving. I also think Hickory lacks in diversity and post high school options education. Although things like college and trade school are talked about, it seems to be brief and not as thorough as it could be.... Read 151 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 22

• Lancaster, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.12 out of 5  163 reviews

Alum: Lancaster Catholic is a place to truly build your academic career and flourish. It is the best school in the area if you are college focused and want to be fully prepared for your future. Some of the students are snotty, and it can be hard to find true, genuine friends. However, the education you receive is totally worth it. As a third generation student, Catholic High was set in stone for me from the moment I was born. The beauty of Lancaster Catholic is that there are so many opportunities to succeed, and if you WANT to fail you really have to try! The teachers and staff love the students more than anything, and will bend over backwards to help a struggling teen. There are a handful of teachers that truly deserve the world, too. It may be a small private school, but it has so much to offer.... Read 163 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 25

• Bensalem, PA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.65 out of 5  191 reviews

Parent: Both our sons received an excellent education at Holy Ghost Prep. It is truly a community that cares deeply about developing young men into responsible, well-meaning, worldly, and caring individuals. The opportunities our sons had were priceless both from inside and outside the classroom! We could not be more pleased with our families decision in selecting HGP for our sons high school experience!... Read 191 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 14

• Unionville-Chadds Ford School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.02 out of 5  198 reviews

Senior: The teachers here are very good, they know what they are talking about and they are dedicated to what they do. The school does a good job preparing you for college, but the atmosphere at the school is extremely competitive. There is a heavy emphasis on academics and succeeding which places pressure on the students but overall the school is great!... Read 198 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 24

• Central Bucks School District, PA•

• 10-12

• •
  Rating 3.99 out of 5  415 reviews

Junior: Central Bucks High School East is overall an amazing school. There is a wide range of classes offered including many APs and diverse electives to choose from. A Lunch and Learn program was implemented this year where students have an hour break in the middle of the day to eat lunch and choose what to do with their time. They could meet with teachers to make up tests or ask questions, complete homework or group projects, or simply chat with their peers. CB East provides students with amazing extracurriculars such as many sports teams and clubs. In addition, the teachers and staff are helpful and pride themselves in their abilities. This excellent school creates a perfect environment for anyone's high school experience.... Read 415 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 26

• Southern Columbia Area School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.48 out of 5  64 reviews

Senior: I had an above average experience at Southern Columbia High School. The teachers I met and interacted with were very knowledgeable and kind in their own unique ways. It's also a very accepting and diverse school for people to apply and join, with many clubs and activities to look into. The food could obviously need a little upgrading, but not everyone is ever going to love one thing. Another thing that could be improved is parent involvement all around for the school.... Read 64 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 14

• Marple Newtown School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.2 out of 5  241 reviews

Works Here: Marple Newtown High School has always been an outstanding school district. The reason it is such a great school is because they are always improving their Curriculum, Technology, Athletics, and their Facilities. It is a place where students and faculty get involved in every aspect whether it is Hi- Q, Mini-Thon, Bandarama, Sports, and so many clubs there is something for everyone which contributes to our School Spirit! Marple Newtown is a place where everyone feels welcome, with great teachers and staff, and they leave with so many good memories.... Read 241 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 23

• Central Dauphin School District, PA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.56 out of 5  379 reviews

Senior: My experience at Central Dauphin High School was very good! The teachers that I had each year were very encouraging, and I could tell that they enjoyed their jobs! The only thing I hope my school could improve on, is accepting everyone no matter their race and not dividing ourselves from people who share different political views. We all are different, and God created us in His own image. Overall, I believe I had a good experience at Central Dauphin Senior High School.... Read 379 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 24

• Altoona, PA•

• Private School•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  35 reviews

Alum: As an international student I simply loved Bishop Guilfoyle. It is a smaller community, and people are mostly very supportive of each other. Though being small they really try helping you with everything you really need. AP courses are many which allowed me to apply to a good university and get in with almost a whole semester completed. If you are moving to the area, I would definetely recommend!... Read 35 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Total number of sports —