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2022 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

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  1. Mt. Lebanon School District

    • School District
    • PITTSBURGH, PA
    • 33 reviews
    #1 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Senior: Overall Mt. Lebanon strives to reach perfections with an amazing staff, incredible curriculum, and overall a very successful school. I left one star off because of the pressure this environment creates, students such as my self are constantly trying to come out on top leaving the energy and spirit of Mt. Lebanon to diminish the sense of community most schools have. Along side of this heartbreaking aspect of Lebo, students find imbalances in their lives. Working long hours on homework at night, practicing for sports or clubs an unhealthy amount and pushing themselves to hard to get into a good college. That being said almost every student gets into the college of their choice, this is due to the incredible English department and the writing skills the students learn in the coarse of 4 years. I love waking up and going to Mount Lebanon School every morning but there is still changes that need to be made...Read 33 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 10 Total Schools
    • 5,551 Students
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  2. Fairview School District

    • School District
    • FAIRVIEW, PA
    • 39 reviews
    #2 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Parent: Great school. Definitely has earned their blue ribbon status! The teachers are kind and understanding while also maintaining high educational standards. Courses are rigorous but also well tailored to the student with learning differences. There area few teachers who are sort of old-school and don't always understand different learning styles of students. Unfortunately these particular individuals can have a negative effect on a student's understanding of the material they are teaching...but that can be found at any school and will probably resolve itself in time with newly educated teachers on their way in that might better understand the new world of different learning styles. All in all, Fairview is a great school district and we wouldn't have chosen anywhere else to have our child educated. It's a good and safe environment and the class sizes are small which also assists with learning. I wish more districts were this size as it is very beneficial to students...Read 39 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 3 Total Schools
    • 1,810 Students
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  3. South Fayette Township School District

    • School District
    • MCDONALD, PA
    • 37 reviews
    #3 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Sophomore: I enjoy SF! There's a lively environment and most of the teachers are SO amazing! I wish there were more students involved in the activities that occur around the school. You don't see a lot of diversity, but there is competition. The teachers are super nice and easily connect with the students...Read 37 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 4 Total Schools
    • 3,461 Students
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  4. Unionville-Chadds Ford School District

    • School District
    • KENNETT SQUARE, PA
    • 56 reviews
    #4 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Senior: As a current senior at Unionville Chadds Ford, I feel I have plenty of time to organize my opinions on my school. Many aspects of the school I enjoy, such as the numerous amount of diverse classes offered to the student body. Most of the teachers I had throughout past years were passionate about the subject they taught and helping their students become as knowledgeable as possible. There are also many clubs and activities to be a part of at UHS that help connect students. Despite these highlights, there are definitely areas for improvement, for example the diversity could be improved; as a large majority of students are white. Overall, Unionville High School is an excellent place to get an education not only for the educational opportunities it offers but also for the relationships one can cultivate there...Read 56 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 6 Total Schools
    • 3,932 Students
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  5. Garnet Valley School District

    • School District
    • GLEN MILLS, PA
    • 65 reviews
    #5 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Senior: Good school! A few internal issues I'm not a fan of like the disconnect between some administration and students. However, it is a great school to prep students for college or trade school.Read 65 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 5 Total Schools
    • 4,674 Students
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  6. Richland School District

    • School District
    • JOHNSTOWN, PA
    • 34 reviews
    #6 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Senior: Great School district with Amazing Teachers and an fabulous educational experience! Love the arts programs and the awesome athletic program. I wouldn’t want to go to any other district. Everyone is so friendly and helpful...Read 34 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 2 Total Schools
    • 1,524 Students
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  9. Marple Newtown School District

    • School District
    • NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA
    • 74 reviews
    #7 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Parent: I have lived in the community for 19 years. Raised 7 children here. All have attended Marple Newtown School District. The teachers and administration have been fair and gracious and dedicated to their jobs. My children have enjoyed the many academic and athletic opportunities afforded them. The teaching and coaching have been excellent. I know the liberal arts programs and music programs are also excellent. We have one of the best band programs in the state. ...We feel blessed to have raised our family in this community. We thank God for the neighbors and friends we have made here. Go Tigers!EricRead 74 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 6 Total Schools
    • 3,503 Students
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  10. Salisbury-Elk Lick School District

    • School District
    • SALISBURY, PA
    • 4 reviews
    #8 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Senior: Salisbury is very close knit. Students receive a lot of one on one time which is so nice! It's a small community that knows how to work together. The school really cares about the students that attend and they do their best to ensure students the high school experience they deserve...Read 4 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 2 Total Schools
    • 270 Students
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  11. Burrell School District

    • School District
    • LOWER BURRELL, PA
    • 33 reviews
    #9 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Junior: Burrell Is a great school district, the teachers are nice, the schools are kept up and tidy, and the staff really cares for their children and teir success. The only true problems with Burrel is the fact that they don´t have their consequences clearly layed out, and they care to much towards sports. I feel like you as a school you should have consequences layed out so you know what the ounishment is for whatever a student is to do, not make it up on a case to case base. Also I think that Burrell puts there sports in front of there studies sometimes. Like, you can miss class for sports, and not even have to Worry about schoolwork or classes. Anytime i miss for a sport im confufsed for the next week. Overall, Burrell is an amazing school district with very fewe problems that I will gladly send my children to one day...Read 33 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 4 Total Schools
    • 1,817 Students
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  12. Radnor Township School District

    • School District
    • WAYNE, PA
    • 27 reviews
    #10 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Freshman: Radnor has been an amazing experience for me. The teachers are absolutely incredible and are always willing to help students go the extra mile! Through my time at Radnor Elementary, Radnor Middle, and Radnor High School, I can say I’ve always been excited to go to school and learn. The school is academically challenging, and provides resources and activities for everyone. I love Radnor and I am so grateful for such an exceptional education through the school district!...Read 27 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 5 Total Schools
    • 3,799 Students
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  13. Lower Merion School District

    • School District
    • ARDMORE, PA
    • 65 reviews
    #11 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Parent: You can't beat the quality of the educational experience you get at Lower Merion. They somehow have managed to find the right balance of academic core curriculum, specialty courses, and tons extra curriculars. Despite the large size of the district, the teachers, school staff, and administrators are somehow able to connect with and help the students on an individual level. The team at Lower Merion helped both my daughters get into their top choices for college. An incredible district!...Read 65 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 10 Total Schools
    • 8,797 Students
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  14. North Allegheny School District

    • School District
    • PITTSBURGH, PA
    • 151 reviews
    #12 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Freshman: I love that North Allegheny is so safe and welcoming. They offer countless sports, clubs, and activities to make sure every student is involved in some way. Not only are there many activities, North Allegheny also has the best teachers and is ranked super high in academics in Pennsylvania. Since there are so many students attending North Allegheny, it is very hard to make a sports team. To make up for this, cross country and football are no cut sports that everybody could play and as I mentioned earlier, there are many clubs to choose from. I think school lunches in elementary and middle school could improve, but other than that I wouldn’t change a thing!...Read 151 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 11 Total Schools
    • 8,628 Students
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  15. South Park School District

    • School District
    • SOUTH PARK, PA
    • 22 reviews
    #13 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Junior: My experience at South Park High School has been one that I will never forget. I have had amazing teachers that have helped me throughout my education and there is always someone waiting for to help you if needed. I have been involved in many clubs, sports and activities. I have met some of my best friends from being involved in the clubs and activities that South Park has to offer. I have learned so much in my high school career, such as my work ethic, to be consistent and how motivation carries you throughout life. I have been taught so much, not only in academics, but life lessons as well. South Park has definitely shaped me into a hardworking and successful student...Read 22 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 3 Total Schools
    • 1,779 Students
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  16. Jenkintown School District

    • School District
    • JENKINTOWN, PA
    • 7 reviews
    #14 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Alum: The teachers genuinely care for their students and help them succeed and excel. Teachers will even look for and check up on previous students. I believe they all go above and beyond the expected so they can assure their students make it!...Read 7 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 2 Total Schools
    • 730 Students
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  17. Annville-Cleona School District

    • School District
    • ANNVILLE, PA
    • 10 reviews
    #15 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Alum: The teachers were wonderful, but there was a noticeable favoritism for those who were involved in athletics. You were not viewed as important unless you played a sport or were involved in every club possible...Read 10 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 4 Total Schools
    • 1,439 Students
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  18. Hampton Township School District

    • School District
    • ALLISON PARK, PA
    • 59 reviews
    #16 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Alum: After thirteen years (K-12) at Hampton, I can say that it was an all around great place to learn and prepare for college. Low population and therefore low enrollment leads to a very friendly and personable school environment. Each grade level's curriculum rolls nicely into the following year. Both the drama and STEM departments receive awards year to year. Most students at Hampton High participate in at least one sport ranging from football or basketball to ultimate frisbee or bowling. The only downfall at Hampton is the lack of emphasis on the wide array of post-secondary options. Hampton administration likes to stress the importance of college and this led a few friends of mine to feel left out and looked down upon because of their choices after high school. Otherwise, Hampton is a wonderful place to spend primary and secondary years of school...Read 59 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 5 Total Schools
    • 2,792 Students
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  19. Fox Chapel Area School District

    • School District
    • PITTSBURGH, PA
    • 61 reviews
    #17 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Niche User: Our experience in this school district was overall positive from an academic standpoint; however, it falls short of 5 stars because of the lack of objectivity towards the students there. Obviously no system is perfect, but the amount of political and socioeconomic influence that went on there was ridiculous and the inability of the school administrators to stand up to it as well as being part of the corruption. It sadly all starts in the elementary system where the Parents are allowed far more access than what they should be and are able to influence teachers to show deference to their children. Once these labels are established its rather difficult for a teacher at the high school level to maintain any level of objectiveness due to a pre-established record of excellence that may or may not be deserved This presents a problem with limited resources to allow children with talent to have access to classes that would challenge them so its very sad if your child gets left behind unfairly...Read 61 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 6 Total Schools
    • 4,080 Students
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  22. Colonial School District

    • School District
    • PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA
    • 41 reviews
    #18 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Parent: You can't beat the quality of the educational experience you get at Colonial. They somehow have managed to find the right balance of academic core curriculum, speciality courses, and extra curriculars. And they are somehow also able to work with the students on an individual level. The team at Colonial helped my son get into his top 3 schools for college! An amazing district!...Read 41 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 7 Total Schools
    • 5,225 Students
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  23. Penn-Trafford School District

    • School District
    • HARRISON CITY, PA
    • 29 reviews
    #19 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Parent: I'm very pleased with the education and experiences that my two children received at Penn-Trafford. The high school renovation was completed around 2016 and the school is beautiful! The staff is very caring and assisted well beyond the classroom. The district is in a very safe area, and there is a lot of school spirit in the community...Read 29 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 8 Total Schools
    • 3,828 Students
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  24. Tredyffrin-Easttown School District

    • School District
    • WAYNE, PA
    • 31 reviews
    #20 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Sophomore: This is a great school district overall. Although it’s a little competitive, most people I know had a great experience in TE. The teachers and the staff at all TE schools are amazing and very understanding! On a side note, special needs children that attend TE schools are offered lots of help and services...Read 31 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 8 Total Schools
    • 7,182 Students
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  25. Central Bucks School District

    • School District
    • DOYLESTOWN, PA
    • 193 reviews
    #21 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Senior: Being a student at the Central Bucks School District has shaped me into the young woman I am today. My experiences and interactions within the school have prepared me for future experiences in the workplace. All the students and teachers are welcoming and approach other with open arms. The teachers work diligently to make sure all students feel safe and secure within the class and confident in the material being taught in class. The varying class levels (academic, honors, ap) continue to challenge us every day preparing us for the classes to come in college. The hardships we face within the class are lessons that can be applied to our daily lives. The school district works hard every day to provide us with the best resources and facilities to accomplish all we want and beyond...Read 193 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 23 Total Schools
    • 18,104 Students
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  26. West Chester Area School District

    • School District
    • EXTON, PA
    • 155 reviews
    #22 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Freshman: This is an excellent school district! I loved how open and accepting it is and the diversity here! There are very good extracurriculars and they prepare you for college, military, work, or whatever you want to do. We are very fortunate compared to other school districts and I think they take that seriously. They don't buy fancy things that we don't need just for decoration, instead they use it to enhance learning experiences. We just got a new program that has classrooms for better teaching of the disabled. Plus, the only fundraising we do is when it involves helping charities and other communities. It is an amazing school district to go to! The cafeteria food is eh but it's cafeteria food. What do you expect? No offense to the cooks, I know low-time plus budget plus a bunch of kids...Read 155 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 16 Total Schools
    • 12,070 Students
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  27. General McLane School District

    • School District
    • EDINBORO, PA
    • 57 reviews
    #23 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Alum: I enjoyed class everyday when I was a part of general McLane. I played soccer all four years of high school and I took a variety of classes. The access to new versions of learning thanks to the ipads allowed us as a class to do many things most kids did not have access too. General Mclane is a very diverse school district and I met many friends and colleagues, that would later help me succeed and graduate with the class of 2018. I thoroughly enjoyed my time as a lancer and will always remember my time learning and living at General McLane...Read 57 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 4 Total Schools
    • 2,115 Students
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  28. Berlin Brothersvalley School District

    • School District
    • BERLIN, PA
    • 10 reviews
    #24 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Alum: Berlin Brothersvalley is a safe, positive environment where teachers genuinely care about their students and their success. It is a small school, as the town population is only about 2,100, making it easy to make friends, connect with teachers, and network around the neighborhood...Read 10 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 3 Total Schools
    • 708 Students
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  29. Kutztown Area School District

    • School District
    • KUTZTOWN, PA
    • 26 reviews
    #25 Safest School Districts in Pennsylvania

    Junior: Kutztown is almost the best of both worlds. It is immediately surrounded by shops, restaurants, bars, and grocery stores. A little further down Main Street and you are suddenly surrounded by fields and farms. This gives it a good mix of busy and calm. The university is halfway between the two cities of Reading and Allentown. Both are around a 30 minute drive and there is easy access to the road that leads to both. There is plenty of housing options both on and off campus with reasonable cost compared to other universities in Pennsylvania. The dorms are a 10 to 15 minute walk to the academic buildings, which includes a street crossing...Read 26 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Health & Safety
    • 4 Total Schools
    • 1,371 Students
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    Propel McKeesport

    • Public School
    • MCKEESPORT, PA
    • K-8
    • 3 reviews

    Parent: I am very happy with the education my son is receiving at Propel Mckeesport. I believe his teachers genuinely care about him. Last year when he was in first grade he got off the bus excited to tell me that his teacher (Ms. Regan) was an excellent football player and she was playing with he and his friends during recess. I was impressed that she took that time to interact with the kids rather than talking with other teachers the way my own elementary school teachers had. I do however, wish that there was more opportunities for parents to volunteer in the classroom. While we do have a "meet and greet" before school starts to learn of any new policies there is not currently an open house held early in the school year to see what your child has done and how he/she is adjusting to a new grade, new teachers, and a new classroom expectations. While I would like to see those changes made, I am happy to know my son goes to a school where the teachers make him feel like part of a family!...Read 3 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 379 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Veritas Academy

    • Private School
    • LEOLA, PA
    • PK, K-12
    • 33 reviews

    Alum: Veritas boasts a fantastic music program! The campus is extremely safe, as the school is built into the Leola township building, which is protected by self-locking doors and kind, attentive policemen. Academically, the classes are more challenging than most schools, but are not unnecessarily difficult for the average diligent student. Veritas is not publicly funded, and is also a younger school, founded in 1996. This limitation makes the growth of the school steady, but gradual. The school's science department, featuring Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Anatomy and Physiology, and Statistics, has seen lots of progress, but is the school's least developed area...Read 33 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 288 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    St. Peter's School

    • Private School
    • PHILADELPHIA, PA
    • PK, K-8
    • 8 reviews

    Parent: We LOVE St. Peter's. Our children started in kindergarten and are now in the Upper School. The curriculum is challenging but engaging, the faculty is engaged and so positive, the administration is responsive and not only willing to have conversations about any problems with the school, but proactive in finding solutions. The families are now really so many of our best friends and our kids are being prepared for an ever changing world. It's definitely a small school, but we feel that gives our kids such confidence as they get in the upper grades - they are the big kids, looked up to by the younger ones, sort of avoiding all the unnecessary pressures of a typical "middle school" at a time when they are so vulnerable emotionally. If we could go back in time we would send them here all over again!...Read 8 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 158 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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