Shalom Christian Academy Photo - Shalom Christian Academy's mission statement is "to prepare each student for a life of consequence in the world for the kingdom of God."

Top 3 Best Franklin County Private High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 18 private high schools serving 2,155 students in Franklin County, PA.
The top ranked private high schools in Franklin County, PA include Mercersburg Academy, Cumberland Valley Christian School, and Shalom Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 28%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private high school average acceptance rate of 83%.
72% of private high schools in Franklin County, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Mennonite and Christian).

Top Ranked Franklin County Private High Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Cumberland Valley Christian School
Cumberland Valley Christian School Photo - Elementary students work on a science project.
(Christian)
600 Miller St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 264-3266
Grades: PK-12
| 473 students
Mercersburg Academy
Mercersburg Academy Photo
100 Academy Drive
Mercersburg, PA 17236
(717) 328-6173
Grades: 9-12
| 446 students
Shalom Christian Academy
Shalom Christian Academy Photo - Shalom Christian Academy's mission statement is "to prepare each student for a life of consequence in the world for the kingdom of God."
(Brethren)
(2)
126 Social Island Road
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 375-2223
Grades: PK-12
| 543 students
Abraxas Leadership Development Program
All-boys | Alternative School
10058 S Mountain Rd Bldg 6
South Mountain, PA 17261
(717) 749-7440
Grades: 6-12
| 46 students
Abraxas Youth Center
Alternative School
10058 S Mountain Rd Bldg 3
South Mountain, PA 17261
(717) 749-3066
Grades: 8-12
| 42 students
Antrim Mennonite School
(Methodist)
414 Zarger Rd
Greencastle, PA 17225
(717) 360-5483
Grades: 1-10
| 28 students
Calvary Mennonite School
(Mennonite)
559 Overcash Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 360-2231
Grades: 1-10
| 37 students
City Light School
(Christian)
127 Cumberland Valley Ave
Waynesboro, PA 17268
(717) 387-8070
Grades: 2-12
| 8 students
Culbertson Mennonite School
(Mennonite)
5992 Rowe Run Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 263-4924
Grades: 1-10
| 45 students
Emmanuel Christian School
(Mennonite)
2643 Apple Way
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 369-4550
Grades: 1-9
| 25 students
Global Vision Christian School
(Christian)
3583 Scotland Rd
Scotland, PA 17254
(717) 251-4080
Grades: 7-12
| 166 students
Living Word Academy
(Christian)
13722 Monterey Ln
Blue Ridge Summit, PA 17214
(717) 794-5561
Grades: PK-9
| 10 students
Merakey Education Center
Special Education School
2395 Philadelphia Ave Unit 14
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-1163
Grades: 3-12
| 13 students
Path Valley Christian School
(Mennonite)
22279 Back Rd
Doylesburg, PA 17219
(717) 349-7878
Grades: 2-12
| 13 students
Portico River Brethren School
(Brethren)
5501 Fort Mccord Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 263-1576
Grades: 1-10
| 46 students
Providence Christian Academy
(Baptist)
3583 Scotland Rd
Scotland, PA 17254
(717) 298-8090
Grades: K-10
| 12 students
Shady Grove Mennonite School
(Mennonite)
1442 Buchanan Trl E
Greencastle, PA 17225
(717) 597-0843
Grades: 1-10
| 141 students
Visionquest South Mountain Lodge
All-boys
Po Box 395
South Mountain, PA 17261
(717) 749-7001
Grades: 7-12
| 61 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Franklin County, Pennsylvania

Franklin County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
22240 Path Valley Road
Doylesburg, PA 17219
Grades: 1-8
| 22 students
12583 Lurgan Rd
Orrstown, PA 17244
Grades: 2-8
| 17 students
20447 Path Valley Rd
Dry Run, PA 17220
Grades: 1-8
| 15 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Franklin County, PA?
The top ranked private high schools in Franklin County, PA include Mercersburg Academy, Cumberland Valley Christian School, and Shalom Christian Academy.
How many private high schools are located in Franklin County?
18 private high schools are located in Franklin County.
How diverse are private high schools in Franklin County?
Franklin County private high schools are approximately 19% minority students, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average of 27%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Franklin County?
72% of private high schools in Franklin County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Mennonite and Christian).
Which private high schools in Franklin County are often viewed compared to one another?

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