Nestled in the rolling hills of Pennsylvania, Pine Forge Academy is a co-educational Seventh-day Adventist school that serves grades 9 through 12.
It is committed to providing a Christ-centered curriculum in a safe, caring environment, to prepare students spiritually, intellectually, physically and socially for service to God and man.
Pine Forge Academy is accredited by Middle States and NCPSA and NADCAAA.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jul. 31
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Pine Forge Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
All
Year Founded
1946
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
146 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
![Pine Forge Academy Student By Grade Pine Forge Academy Student By Grade](http://images2.privateschoolreview.com/charts/24000/24360/pine-forge-academy-chart-blEw1kp.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
9 courses
Advanced Courses
Music Theory Pre-Cal Calculus English Literature English Writing Statistics, US History Government Economics
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Blazer, shirt, tie, slacks, kilt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jul. 31
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Cheer Leader Spanish Club Step Team United Student Government Choir Theatre Arts
School Notes
- The school is open to all students regardless of race, nationality, and ethnicity. The school program includes interaction with other boarding academies. Presently our students come from 23 states, including Bermuda, Germany and Africa. Pine Forge Academy's talented students, incredible beauty and intimate size attract some of the most dedicated and professional teachers. And like all great teachers, they want each student to succeed to their individual highest potential. Pine Forge Academy is not just where our teachers work...it's another home, and as a student, you are part of our campus family.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pine Forge Academy often compared to?
Pine Forge Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Blue Mountain Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Pine Forge Academy?
The acceptance rate of Pine Forge Academy is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 87%.
What sports does Pine Forge Academy offer?
Pine Forge Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball and Track and Field.
What is Pine Forge Academy's ranking?
Pine Forge Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Pine Forge Academy?
The application deadline for Pine Forge Academy is Jul. 31.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2020
I graduated in 2006 and every year since I constantly find reasons to bring my high school up in conversation. My experience was life-changing with an emphasis on character development and a greater appreciation for the arts. I can`t wait to send my children to my alma matter.
5 10/6/2018
Beautifully situated, God inspired and academically productive. It is a place to be experienced. In an age crowded with distractions and educational institutions forced into what-looks-good-on paper profiles, this school stands out as an educational juggernaut for this generation those to come.
5 4/23/2018
I am a graduate of this fine school. It provided me with the spiritual and academic foundations that resulted in me completing not only a B.A. degree, but also two graduate degrees from Columbia University. PFA took at chance on me when I was 12 years old, and I will forever value the experience.
5 6/3/2016
graduated from Pine Forge Academy 56 years ago. It was a great christian school then and I believe it still is. the united states senate chaplain Barry Black graduated from this school also. This school prepares one to be an outstanding citizen in this world and a citizen for God's new world to come.
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