Watson Institute Friendship Academy The Photo - Students' artwork was featured in an art exhibition titled "Ambition" during First Fridays in Garfield.

Top 20 Best Pittsburgh Private Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 72 private elementary schools serving 14,440 students in Pittsburgh, PA.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Pittsburgh, PA include Shady Side Academy, Shady Side Academy Middle School, and Falk Laboratory School.
The average tuition cost is $12,728, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private elementary school average tuition cost of $11,330.
51% of private elementary schools in Pittsburgh, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Pittsburgh Private Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Aquinas Academy
Aquinas Academy Photo
(Catholic)
2308 West Hardies Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15044
(724) 444-0722
Grades: NS-12
| 537 students
Ave Maria Academy - Bethel Campus
(Catholic)
(1)
134 Fort Couch Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
(412) 833-1412
Grades: K-8
| 321 students
Ave Maria Academy-mt Lebanon Campus
Ave Maria Academy-mt Lebanon Campus Photo - Preschoolers coding using Chromebooks.
(Catholic)
1734 Bower Hill Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(412) 341-5444
Grades: PK-8
| 282 students
115 Bigham St
Pittsburgh, PA 15211
(412) 431-4645
Grades: PK-8
| 186 students
3333 5th Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 578-6159
Grades: PK-8
| 258 students
205 Brilliant Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15215
(412) 781-7927
Grades: PK-8
| 207 students
Community Day School
(Jewish)
6424 Forward Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 521-1100
Grades: NS-8
| 269 students
Eden Christian Academy
Eden Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(1)
206 Siebert Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 364-8055
Grades: PK-12
| 723 students
The Ellis School
The Ellis School Photo
All-girls
(18)
6425 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 661-5992
Grades: PK-12
| 403 students
4060 Allequippa St
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
(412) 624-7286
Grades: K-8
| 430 students
The Glen Montessori School
The Glen Montessori School Photo - The Glen Montessori School is dedicated to providing an enriching Montessori education where all children thrive.
Montessori School
(1)
950 Perry Highway
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 318-4885
Grades: PK-6
| 207 students
Guardian Angel Academy
(Catholic)
915 Alice St
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
(412) 922-4765
Grades: PK-8
| 284 students
Hillel Academy Pittsburgh
(Jewish)
5685 Beacon St
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 521-8131
Grades: PK-12
| 321 students
Holy Cross Academy
(Catholic)
307 Siebert Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 364-7171
Grades: PK-8
| 297 students
Mother Of Mercy Academy
Mother Of Mercy Academy Photo - Second grader works on Reflex Math on the Chromebook.
(Catholic)
(1)
1 Grove Pl
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 882-3353
Grades: PK-8
| 308 students
Mother of Mercy Academy
(Catholic)
5200 Greenridge Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 882-3353
Grades: PK-8
| 359 students
Pace School
Pace School Photo
Special Education School
2432 Greensburg Pike
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 244-1900
Grades: 1-12
| 84 students
299 Le Roi Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 731-0122
Grades: K-8
| 23 students
Sacred Heart Elementary School
(Catholic)
325 Emerson St
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 441-1582
Grades: PK-8
| 433 students
St. Anne Continuation School
(Catholic)
4040 Willow Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 561-7720
Grades: PK-8
| 185 students
St. Bede School
(Catholic)
6920 Edgerton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 661-9425
Grades: PK-8
| 290 students
St. Benedict The Moor School
(Catholic)
2900 Bedford Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
(412) 682-3755
Grades: K-8
| 208 students
St. Bernard School
(Catholic)
401 Washington Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 341-5444
Grades: PK-8
| 353 students
St. John The Baptist School
St. John The Baptist School Photo - THE LAST SUPPER Our second and third grade students portrayed Our Lord's Last Supper
(Catholic)
418 Unity Center Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 793-0555
Grades: K-8
| 278 students
St. Louise De Marillac School
(Catholic)
310 Mcmurray Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
(412) 835-0600
Grades: PK-8
| 563 students
St. Philip School
(Catholic)
52 W Crafton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 928-2742
Grades: PK-8
| 272 students
St. Rosalia Academy
(Catholic)
411 Greenfield Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15207
(412) 421-5766
Grades: PK-8
| 121 students
Shady Side Academy
Shady Side Academy Photo - Shady Side Academy Senior School resides on a 130- acre campus which offers incredible facilities and resources that enable students to fuel their passions. Advanced level courses, teachers that motivate and support, and a college-like campus all help to prepare students for college and beyond.
(3)
423 Fox Chapel Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 968-3179
Grades: PK-12
| 1,221 students
620 Squaw Run Road East
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 968-3000
Grades: PK-5
| 154 students
400 S Braddock
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 968-3179
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
500 Squaw Run Road East
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 968-3100
Grades: 6-8
| 213 students
Trinity Christian School
Trinity Christian School Photo
(Presbyterian)
(1)
299 Ridge Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 242-8886
Grades: K-12
| 450 students
Universal Academy Of Pittsburgh
(Islamic)
2103 Hampton St
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 241-2124
Grades: PK-8
| 183 students
Western Pennsylvania School For The Deaf
Special Education School
300 East Swissvale Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 244-4214
Grades: PK-12
| 254 students
555 Morewood Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 578-7518
Grades: NS-12
| n/a students
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
434 Ormsby Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15210
(412) 381-3557
Grades: PK-8
| 323 students
2001 Ardmore Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 351-5403
Grades: PK-8
| 193 students
3021 Landis Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15204
(412) 331-4529
Grades: PK-8
| 194 students
4072 Franklin Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 931-2330
Grades: K-8
| 108 students
5811 Curry Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 653-1500
Grades: PK-8
| 129 students
120 Robinson St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 682-1129
Grades: K-9
| 178 students
321 Edmond St
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 621-5199
Grades: PK-8
| 182 students
St. Matthew Christian Academy (Closed 2006)
Special Program Emphasis (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
600 E North Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 321-6662
Grades: PK-8
| 41 students
1154 Chislett St
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 661-0288
Grades: PK-8
| 172 students
30 W Willock Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 882-8593
Grades: PK-8
| 127 students
7150 Highland Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 464-4095
Grades: 7-12
| 23 students
7436 Mcclure Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 371-8587
Grades: PK-8
| 268 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Pittsburgh, PA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Pittsburgh, PA include Shady Side Academy, Shady Side Academy Middle School, and Falk Laboratory School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Pittsburgh?
72 private elementary schools are located in Pittsburgh.
How much do private elementary schools cost in Pittsburgh?
The average tuition cost is $12,728, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average tuition cost of $11,330.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh private elementary schools are approximately 24% minority students, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average of 26%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Pittsburgh?
51% of private elementary schools in Pittsburgh are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private elementary schools in Pittsburgh are often viewed compared to one another?

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