For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,248 students in Bryn Mawr, PA (there are 15 private schools, serving 3,396 private students). 39% of all K-12 students in Bryn Mawr, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%). Bryn Mawr has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Pennsylvania.
The top-ranked public schools in Bryn Mawr, PA are Ithan Elementary School, Harriton Sr. High School and Coopertown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bryn Mawr, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 89% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Bryn Mawr have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Bryn Mawr, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ithan Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
695 Clyde Rd
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(610) 527-1357
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(610) 527-1357
Gr: K-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Harriton Sr. High School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
600 N Ithan Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(610) 658-3950
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(610) 658-3950
Gr: 9-12 | 1,239 student Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Coopertown Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
800 Coopertown Rd
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(610) 853-5900
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(610) 853-5900
Gr: K-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bryn Mawr, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Bryn Mawr, PA include Ithan Elementary School, Harriton Sr. High School and Coopertown Elementary School. Bryn Mawr has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Pennsylvania.
How many public schools are located in Bryn Mawr?
3 public schools are located in Bryn Mawr.
What percentage of students in Bryn Mawr go to public school?
39% of all K-12 students in Bryn Mawr are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bryn Mawr?
Bryn Mawr public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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