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Germantown Friends School
Private School
Philadelphia, PA
PK, K-12
53
1 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Middle School Student: Academics are very good. Diversity could be improved. Teachers are wonderful. We have plenty of security guards to keep us safe. The school works very hard to create a open and welcoming environment. Sports are good but not great, the coaches are not very educated in the sports they coach. The food selection is very wide and it is good quality and healthy, however it is VERY overpriced (chicken and pasta was $9.25) Facilities could use improvement. In old buildings heat and air conditioning is poor and bathrooms are disgusting.
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1,017 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Baldwin School
Private School
Bryn Mawr, PA
PK, K-12
73
2 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Parent: My daughter began Baldwin in the PreK, and is currently in 7th grade. This school has been such an incredibly warm community for our family, and a profoundly engaging academic experience for our daughter. Her teachers encourage her to go beyond homework guidelines, when she shows extra interest in a subject, and are so helpful to her if she struggles with a concept. I couldn't imagine her any place but Baldwin. It's an exceptional school, and a very special community!
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584 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Episcopal Academy
Private School
Newtown Square, PA
PK, K-12
86
3 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Senior: Episcopal Academy is a tremendously huge school that has a similar feel to a small college campus. The academics are competitive and so are the sports, which can be good or bad depending on how invested the student ends up being. One thing I wish Episcopal had more force behind is the arts though. We put on incredible plays and musicals, have gifted artists be recognized on social media and through getting accepted into top art colleges; however, Episcopal seems to spend more money on the quality of the grass than on running the annual arts fest.
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1,268 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Westfield Friends School
Private School
Cinnaminson, NJ
PK, K-8
1
Middle School Student: Such a great balance between the standard academic learnings and the real-life teachings such as Quaker studies and community involvement. It's a second home to me
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131 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Hill School
Private School
Pottstown, PA
9-12
84
4 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Senior: Hill is called "The Family Boarding School" for a reason. Its relatively small student body ensures familiarity between classes and the formation of close relationships. The annual traditions Hill employs such as Spirit Week, Headmaster Holidays, and the seniors jumping into The Dell after Commencement make Hill one of a kind. The gorgeous campus harbors beautiful contemporary facilities and traditionally Gothic buildings, perfectly combining both the old and the new. The faculty at Hill are incredibly talented teachers during school as well as role-models as coaches on the athletic fields.
Some opportunities that could prove to benefit Hill would be to reduce their number of required meetings for students. Another change that could help the school is to improve its wifi servers.
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503 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Germantown Academy
Private School
Fort Washington, PA
PK, K-12
63
5 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Senior: Germantown Academy is impressive for its academics, athletics, and extracurriculars, but what sets it apart as an extraordinary institution is the true sense of community on its campus. GA teachers care immensely about their students, and they demonstrate this devotion to education by not only assisting their students with academics, but also by building interpersonal relationships within the classroom that make each class feel like a small family. Additionally, GA boasts the resources of a college: available and knowledgeable librarians, a robotics lab with 3D printers, a variety of computers and tablets for student use, and other notable technological/educational amenities. All in all, GA brings passion and engagement to education, instilling in each student the curiosity and zeal for learning that can help them go far.
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1,155 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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George School
Private School
Newtown, PA
9-12
95
6 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Junior: George School is an amazing place to grow as a person and discover your true passions and interests. Its academics are rigorous, especially if the student participates in the IB Diploma program. The teachers are always willing to support and want their students to succeed. Overall, the George School experience is highly positive!
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547 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Westtown School
Private School
West Chester, PA
PK, K-12
74
7 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Parent: Approach to learning/instruction top-notch. Cross-curricula approach amazing & all subjects integrated in thoughtful, engaging manner. Tuition very high w/ annual increases. Beautiful campus & outdoor learning large part of program. Open campus creates safety concerns. School has much work to do in safety department. School is very liberal. Say they present both sides, typically do not, especially political issues. Community inclusive & diverse on all fronts. Safe place for gender identity/LGBTQ community. Admissions should be balanced w/ due diligence. Promises made but untrue. No accountability for these "sales-driven" misrepresentations. Teachers are amazing & know their students. Teachers specialize. Children are not relying on one teacher to teach all subjects. Teachers hone their expertise & focus on new ways of engaging students. Teachers just as excited & engaged as the children. There is no complacency. Overall, great place to learn, grow & thrive as whole person.
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697 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Shipley School
Private School
Bryn Mawr, PA
PK, K-12
55
8 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Works Here: Through a balance of rigor and support, Shipley students become confident, successful individuals who are better prepared to meet future challenges, and continue the journey that began at Shipley.

Each division recognizes and meets the different needs of students at each level. The Lower School program provides a strong academic foundation, teaching students as young as pre-K to think critically about the world around them while encouraging them to explore their interests and creativity. In the Middle School, students are able to get to know themselves as learners, and as people, through critical thinking and creative exploration. Upper School students are not only active learners—they are leaders as well. The rigorous college-preparatory program challenges them to discover their passions and their potential, and to take their education to the next level.

Shipley truly develops a love of learning and a desire for compassionate participation in the world within each student.
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846 Students
6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Haverford School
Private School
Haverford, PA
PK, K-12
77
9 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Parent: Our son has been at The Haverford School for eleven years and is currently a sophomore in the upper school. Haverford has been a fantastic environment and investment. The faculty fully understand and embrace the nature of boys and learning and the educational experiences span the classrooms, sports fields, music hall and beyond. This past weekend our son had an off-site cross country meet and the turn out from the Haverford community included the Headmaster, teachers, parents and pets - a great, lasting community - Preparing Boys for Life!
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973 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Tower Hill School
Private School
Wilmington, DE
PK, K-12
32
10 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Parent: Overall a more challenging school academically then the other private day schools in Delaware. Students are competitive but kind. Atmosphere is fair with a strong emphasis on students taking full responsibility for their academics, sports and creative endeavors. My son was at another private school in the area for K-8 and moved to THS in 9th grade. He has to work harder academically but he couldn't be happier. College prep starts in 8th and 9th grade. There are many clubs and opportunities for students to lead or try new things. Faculty is top notch. Most of my sons teachers have taught at the college level and some have PhD's. Great facilities for sports, drama and the sciences too.
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722 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Agnes Irwin School
Private School
Rosemont, PA
PK, K-12
99
11 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Senior: In general, I love the school. Most teachers are really great and they put their heart into teaching. They make helpful powerpoints and handouts that aid us in understanding what's being taught. Some on the other hand could do better. There are plenty of clubs and organizations to join. However, students feel that the administration doesn't always support them or their clubs. As for diversity, I'd like to see more of it throughout all grades. Some sports are more supported than others. Athletics, as a whole, are more highly regarded than the arts although recently, the school has heard suggestions from the students and has been working on making them equal.
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666 Students
6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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William Penn Charter School
Private School
Philadelphia, PA
PK, K-12
91
12 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Alum: Between my own PC experience, and from personally knowing many graduates of comparable college preparatory schools, there's not a better educational experience to be had in SE PA. If I had to name 1 out of many positive features, it'd be the multi-axial approach that PC takes to the definition of "education." Of course, academics are top-notch, but an A+ in Calculus, Language, or History is not ALL that PC teaches a young person. In addition, the elements of service, athletics, arts, diversity, all anchored in a rock solid moral foundation....make PC a place that will shape a student forever. Final draft: Recommended!
Read 91 Reviews
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952 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Moorestown Friends School
Private School
Moorestown, NJ
PK, K-12
64
13 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Alum: Great school, warm environment for you child to develop and grow. Students will (typically) make many close friends during their time here, and be encouraged to be involved with the community. Amazing community of staff and students. Life changing experience!
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727 Students
9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Friends Central School
Private School
Wynnewood, PA
PK, K-12
39
14 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Junior: Friends' Central is an amazing school! The teachers are great, they really do want you to succeed. They are always available to meet with you for any reason, and are willing to do so even before/ after the normal school day. Students work hard but are never snobby or aggressively competitive. I without a doubt will continue the friendships with people I have met at FCS years past graduation.
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806 Students
6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
Private School
Philadelphia, PA
PK, K-12
101
15 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Works Here: Since my year here at SCH, it has not only exceeded my expectations of a wonderful work environment, but it has proved to be a fantastic environment for our kids (pre-k through 12th grade). I find the single sex model, pre-k through 8th grade (our elementary and middle divisions), to be a time for girls and boys to explore and learn in their own individual ways before entering the coed environment in 9th through 12th grades (in our upper school) where they really blossom. From an early age, our students are given the opportunity to learn passionately, speak intelligently and follow what inspires them. There are an endless amount of academic, enrichment and extracurricular activities happening in all corners of campus (from the classroom to the woods to the sports fields). There is never a lack of exploration and curiosity happening at all times!
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1,040 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Friends Select School
Private School
PHILADELPHIA, PA
PK, K-12
42
16 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Parent: Our children have attended FSS for the past 7 years and we are all very happy with this choice. The majority of teachers are extremely engaged and committed to the growth of the children and there is a deep sense of community. There is a rigorous academic program, opportunities to explore a large range of sports throughout the seasons and access to central Philadelphia's wealth of museums and institutions. We really are deeply grateful- only wish all kids could get an education like this.
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558 Students
9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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St. Joseph's Preparatory School
Private School
Philadelphia, PA
9-12
87
17 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Parent: Academically challenging for a bright student who will find company with many intellectual peers but also really focuses on producing a well rounded student who participated in sports and other activities, participated in community service and learns to know himself and his strengths. These boys are confident traveling in and out of the city, comfortable meeting people from varied circumstances and some of the most polite and well spoken young men I have ever met. A Prep education is an investment for life.
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890 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Abington Friends School
Private School
Philadelphia, PA
PK, K-12
55
18 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Sophomore: Abington Friends School is a school for people who really want to think deeper, which I think is a strength and a fault. There are a lot of opportunities to speak up and express yourself, with a lot of writing in all subjects but Math, and I've already noticed that I'm able to express myself better than I was before. For someone who really loves English and the Humanities, Abington Friends School is one of the best out there. For people who don't like these subjects, AFS can be really challenging. I think this is something to keep in mind. There is a lot of homework, with a lot of writing, and I love it, but some of my friends really don't. For those who do, though, I'd strongly recommend becoming a Roo!
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583 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Devon Preparatory School
Private School
Devon, PA
6-12
65
19 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Senior: Devon is an excellent academic school with a few administrative shortcomings. Events and deadlines are not always handled efficiently, but the quality education the school offers more than makes up for this.
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280 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Holy Ghost Preparatory School
Private School
Bensalem, PA
9-12
94
20 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Senior: Holy Ghost Preparatory School is an all boys Catholic school in Bensalem, that is dedicated to preparing young men for college and for life after that. Holy Ghost offers students a challenging course load, supported by great teachers who are ready to guide and help students. While Holy Ghost's main focus is to prepare students for the academic rigor they will experience in college, the school does a great job of instilling young men with good values that will help through out their life. Furthermore the school is still improving by starting projects like a new stem center and completing a new building dedicated to activities like music and sports. Holy Ghost Prep is a great school that will help shape a young man into a well rounded, and prepared college student and adult.
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468 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Malvern Preparatory School
Private School
Malvern, PA
6-12
47
21 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Alum: Top notch resources,nationally ranked sports teams amidst a beautiful sprawling campus. Like many elite private high schools Malvern is single sex(all boys); and though predominantly Catholic, Malvern has students of all races,ethnicities,and religious beliefs. If Malvern is given a grade of C- for diversity then many of these schools should have a failing grade!
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642 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Church Farm School
Private School
Exton, PA
7-12
32
22 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Senior: One thing I absolutely love about this school is the size - which amounts to 200 students in total. It's so easy to get involved, start clubs, become a "big fish", and make lasting connections with students and faculty. If I had gone to another prestigious boarding school with a competitive academic environment and a larger student body , I don't think I would able to grow as I have here. Additionally, the tuition is extremely affordable for everyone!
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185 Students
5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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La Salle College High School
Private School
Wyndmoor, PA
9-12
102
23 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Sophomore: The phrase “Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve” is one of the keys to success here at LaSalle and every one of us has this in the back of our mind at all times. Another big factor at our school is getting involved. Our school offers over 120 different courses in all academic subjects combined. We also have almost 100 different clubs so there is something for everyone at LaSalle. Most kids would say that they hate going to school every day, but here at LaSalle, that is completely different. Each one of us is excited and ready to learn every day and discover new opportunities that we never imagined was possible.
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1,108 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Wilmington Friends School
Private School
Wilmington, DE
PK, K-12
46
24 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Parent: I feel so fortunate that my children were able to attend WFS. It has been a transformative experience. Yes, the education was exceptional, but the community is amazing. The staff connects with the students, offers them opportunities, and encourages them to become their best selves! Especially in these times, I think it's so important to have an education grounded in values and I can't think of any better philosophy than one of "that of God in everyone."
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736 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Tatnall School
Private School
Wilmington, DE
PK, K-12
59
25 Best Private High Schools in Philadelphia Area
Junior: Tatnall has helped shape who I am as a person. The motto is "Omnia en Caritate," meaning "All things in love," and I can say without hesitation that this is true. Before I came to Tatnall, I attended a different private-day school in Delaware, but I can assure you, Tatnall is different. Here, I work with instead of against my teachers. All the teachers know me personally as a student, my strengths and weaknesses, and how I learn best in the classroom. The teachers are truly the reason I came to Tatnall and it would honestly not be such an amazing school without them.
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614 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Haverford School
Private School
Haverford, PA
PK, K-12
77
Parent: Our son has been at The Haverford School for eleven years and is currently a sophomore in the upper school. Haverford has been a fantastic environment and investment. The faculty fully understand and embrace the nature of boys and learning and the educational experiences span the classrooms, sports fields, music hall and beyond. This past weekend our son had an off-site cross country meet and the turn out from the Haverford community included the Headmaster, teachers, parents and pets - a great, lasting community - Preparing Boys for Life!
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973 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Dock Mennonite Academy
Private School
Lansdale, PA
PK, K-12
113
Alum: My experience at Dock Mennonite Academy was one to remember. I always hear about students after they graduate do not stay in contact with their peers, but it isn't that way at Dock. Yes, most people you lose contact with but I have developed solid relationships with the people at high school and even the teachers that they still remember, care and keep in contact with you. When I go back for sports events the teachers and students who I went to school with genuinally care about you and what you are doing after graduating. It was and still is a caring environment!
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845 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Germantown Friends School

The Baldwin School

The Episcopal Academy

Westfield Friends School

The Hill School

Germantown Academy

George School

Westtown School

The Shipley School

The Haverford School

Tower Hill School

The Agnes Irwin School

William Penn Charter School

Moorestown Friends School

Friends Central School

Springside Chestnut Hill Academy

Friends Select School

St. Joseph's Preparatory School

Abington Friends School

Devon Preparatory School

Holy Ghost Preparatory School

Malvern Preparatory School

Church Farm School

La Salle College High School

Wilmington Friends School

The Tatnall School

The Haverford School

Dock Mennonite Academy