York Country Day School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 318 students
Acceptance rate: 70%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

York Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	York Country Day School
Nursery	11
Pre-K	37
Kind	36
1	17
2	16
3	15
4	29
5	18
6	29
7	18
8	16
9	18
10	21
11	18
12	19

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Year Founded

1953

Student Body

Total Students

318 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

38%

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

59 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

55%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform Required

Advanced Courses

Studio Art

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS)
Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)
Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

% on Financial Aid

55%

Acceptance Rate

70%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Jamie Graham

Admissions Associate

Jill Bashada

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryField Hockey

FootballGolf

SoccerSoftball

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

Colors

White, Grey, Red

School Mascot

Greyhounds

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Greek MythologyMock Trial

Model UNQuiz Bowl

Science OlympiadService Club

Club or Organization:

Student GovernmentYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Theater

School Notes

York Country Day is a college preparatory school actively engaged in the pursuit of excellence.
We are committed to every student developing exceptional communication and problem-solving skills by focusing on the whole child, the process of learning, and collaborative inquiry-driven classrooms.
Educating students in preschool through grade 12, we strive to produce graduates who will make significant contributions throughout their lives as self-reliant, ethical, and compassionate leaders.
We seek to encourage in students a love of learning which will allow them to continue to seek knowledge and understanding throughout their lifetimes.
To this end we encourage students to take an active role in the learning process.
Throughout their years at Country Day, students are provided with the skills necessary for independent inquiry, critical thinking, and critical expression.
Although our academic program is challenging and is designed for students who possess high academic goals, we do recognize the uniqueness of each individual child and strive to help each fulfill his or her potential.
We are concerned with the overall growth of our students.
Recognizing that self-esteem is the core of a strong character and that success breeds success, York Country Day provides various opportunities in the classroom and/or through co-curricular activities to allow each student to discover individual strengths.

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Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are York Country Day School often compared to?

York Country Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Christian School Of York by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of York Country Day School?

The acceptance rate of York Country Day School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.

What sports does York Country Day School offer?

York Country Day School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. York Country Day School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.

What is York Country Day School's ranking?

York Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for York Country Day School?

The application deadline for York Country Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Date

No School - Fall Break

October 12, 2026 (Monday)

No School - Thanksgiving Break

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

No School - Spring Break

March 26, 2027 (Friday)

Last Day of School for Seniors

May 19, 2027 (Wednesday)

Last Day of School for Upper School

May 21, 2027 (Friday)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in York, PA is $5,481 for elementary schools and $4,583 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in York, PA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).