Excellent
#1 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 1% of private schools
Perkiomen School
High School
200 SEMINARY ST, Pennsburg, PA 18073
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
9.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
9.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#1 of 873
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Perkiomen School
High School in Pennsburg · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Upper Perkiomen 4th and 5th Grade Center
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Upper Perkiomen MS
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About Perkiomen School
Perkiomen School is a private high school in Pennsburg, PA. Perkiomen School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Perkiomen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 873 private schools in PA.
What's said publicly about Perkiomen School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 4.6:1 students to teachers, Perkiomen School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Perkiomen School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Perkiomen School compares to the 2 public schools in Pennsburg, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Pennsburg
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Perkiomen School (this school) | 9.3 |
| Upper Perkiomen MS | 6.4 |
| Upper Perkiomen HS | 7.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
200 SEMINARY ST, Pennsburg, PA 18073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Perkiomen School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Salford Hills El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Harleysville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Upper Perkiomen 4th and 5th Grade Center (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby East Greenville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Macungie El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Macungie), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pennsburg, see our Pennsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Perkiomen 4th and 5th Grade Center East Greenville | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Upper Perkiomen MS Pennsburg | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Upper Perkiomen HS Pennsburg | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Marlborough El Sch Green Lane | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Hereford El Sch Hereford | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Pfaff El Sch Quakertown | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ST FRANCIS ACADEMY Bally | 4.0 mi | — |
| Washington El Sch Barto | 4.8 mi | 4.0 |
| New Hanover-Upper Frederick El Frederick | 6.2 mi | 4.3 |
| SALEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Macungie | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Salford Hills El Sch Harleysville | 7.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Boyertown Area MS-East Gilbertsville | 7.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Shoemaker El Sch Macungie | 8.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Macungie El Sch Macungie | 8.1 mi | 7.8 |
| BROOKESIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bechtelsville | 6.5 mi | — |
| Eyer MS Macungie | 8.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Perkiomen Valley MS-West Zieglerville | 8.4 mi | 6.8 |
| EMMAUS BAPTIST ACADEMY Emmaus | 8.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LIFESPAN SCHOOL & DAYCARE Quakertown | 6.8 mi | — |
| PREMIER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Emmaus | 8.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,643
Median Home Value
$342,300
Median Rent
$1,413/mo
Population
11,534
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
89.2%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Greenwood HS Millerstown, PA | 9.2 |
| Northern Cambria HS Northern Cambria, PA | 9.2 |
| Leechburg Area HS Leechburg, PA | 8.9 |
| Bentworth SHS Bentleyville, PA | 8.8 |
| Union City HS Union City, PA | 8.8 |
| Cameron County JSHS Emporium, PA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Perkiomen School
What grades does Perkiomen School serve?
Perkiomen School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Perkiomen School?
Perkiomen School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Perkiomen School?
The student-teacher ratio at Perkiomen School is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Perkiomen School rank in PA?
Perkiomen School ranks #1 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Perkiomen School's MySchoolScout rating?
Perkiomen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Perkiomen School a private school?
Yes, Perkiomen School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Perkiomen School a religious school?
No, Perkiomen School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (215) 906-3909
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