Within a Catholic community, Archbishop Wood high School provides a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum, enhanced by spiritual, service, and extra-curricular experiences that will enable all students to be productive, responsible Christians in a technologically complex, rapidly changing, world.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Archbishop Wood High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
839 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Archbishop Wood High School's ranking?
Archbishop Wood High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Archbishop Wood High School?
The application deadline for Archbishop Wood High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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