The Pen Ryn School is a unique private school that functions with mutual respect, support, and enthusiasm in a nurturing atmosphere. Parents, teachers, administrators, and alumni strive to build an educational home.
Students can then grow with loving care, and gain self-respect and confidence.
The Pen Ryn School family will nurture students in a safe, caring environment, where the curriculum considers individual needs and encourages the pursuit of educational excellence at each student's potential, empower each student with essential skills necessary to become an independent critical thinker and life-long learner, and encourage respect for oneself and others, while contributing to the community as a productive and responsible citizen.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Pen Ryn School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
291 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
Tuition Notes
9,000-11,000
Admissions Director
Leigh Reed
Admissions Associate
Lois Lambing
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Pen Ryn School cost?
The Pen Ryn School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What schools are The Pen Ryn School often compared to?
The Pen Ryn School is often viewed alongside schools like Newtown Friends School by visitors of our site.
What sports does The Pen Ryn School offer?
The Pen Ryn School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Freestyle Skiing, Soccer and Softball.
What is The Pen Ryn School's ranking?
The Pen Ryn School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Pen Ryn School?
The application deadline for The Pen Ryn School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the The Pen Ryn School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
School Closed
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
School Closed
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
School Closed
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
School Closed - Winter Break
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
School Closed - Winter Break
December 24, 2024 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
5 5/15/2017
We've been at Pen Ryn for 7 years now and have two kids enrolled. The kids love the school and my wife and I love the small classes and caring teachers. Highly recommended affordable private school in Bucks!
5 10/29/2016
Pen Ryn School offers everything that we could possibly want for our children. I am very happy so far with everything they have done for us.
5 9/24/2016
We've been sending our kids to Pen Ryn School for around 8 years now and we are so happy with everything they have done for us and our children.
5 4/15/2016
Sending our kids to The Pen Ryn School is the absolute best decision we could have made. The experience they have here is amazing. I could not ask for anything better.
5 3/22/2016
It is easy to see that the teachers and staff genuinely care about the students here at The Pen Ryn School. I would highly recommend the school to anyone I know with children.
5 1/1/2016
Pen Ryn School is a facility where you know that the teachers really take the time and effort to know and understand your children. Whenever you reach out to them for questions to be answered, etc. they are more than pleased to help you get them answered.
5 7/24/2015
The Pen Ryn School is an excellent school that provides a great learning environment for all students.
5 9/7/2013
I have known Pen RYn for over 30 years and they have an excellent reputation in the community.
5 5/9/2013
Very happy that my children go here. They are always bringing home projects that they are doing and the way that they talk about them and explain them to me, I can tell that they are learning! Very proud of them.
5 1/31/2013
I really love how caring and helpful the staff it. They give the individual attention to the children that they deserve. I am very thankful!
5 12/11/2012
This school is awesome! It has fun activites and lots of fun events. I a am student here and Ithink the small calsses and kind and helping teachers are the best part of this school.
5 5/1/2012
Both my children have been at the Pen Ryn School for 2 years now. My 5th and 6th grader both love the school along with their teachers. I''m thrilled with their academic curriculum as a parent.
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