School Selection Resources
In addition to the GreatPhillySchools.org website, we offer a variety of resources that assist families to find and apply to great schools in Philadelphia. Organizations may request free GreatPhillySchools printed resources for families and students through the order form at the bottom of the page.
GreatPhillySchools Printed School Guides
The printed guides include profiles and performance data for over 400 Philadelphia District, charter, and private school options, from elementary and middle schools to high schools. Additionally, the guides explain the different types of schools and factors families should consider when choosing one. GreatPhillySchools guides are available in English and Spanish.
- 2024 K-12 School Guide (English)
- 2024 Guía de Escuelas K-12 (Spanish)
GreatPhillySchools “How to” Workbooks
The interactive workbooks are designed with step-by-step activities and information to help families navigate the process of selecting a high-quality K-12 school, preschool or daycare for their child.
- 2024 How to Apply to a K-12 School
- 2024 How to Apply to Kindergarten
- How to Find a Quality Preschool or Daycare (English)
- Cómo Encontrar un Centro de Cuidado o Preescolar de Calidad (Spanish)
School Selection Resources
- Apply Philly Charter application for 2025-26 will open September 20, 2024!
- The 2024 K-12 Philly School Fair will welcome schools of all grades in-person to the Convention Center on September 27th and 28th, but you can use phillyschoolfair.com anytime!
- All School Selection Articles
School Leader Resources
School profile information is maintained by individual schools and features the most recent available performance, incidents and demographic data. If you are a school leader, use the following resources to update your school’s profile or contact us for additional help.
Interested in working together? If you are a community partner or school that works with parents and families, send us a message below so we can get in touch!
