All-girls Education in Pittsburgh | The Ellis School
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All-girls Education in Pittsburgh | The Ellis School
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Why Choose Ellis?
At The Ellis School, girls are empowered to confidently define themselves through a rigorous, supportive academic journey designed just for them. As the region’s only independent all-girls school for students from age 3 to grade 12, Ellis offers unparalleled expertise in educating girls and preparing them to lead in every field—academic, athletic, and professional. Families choose Ellis because their daughters gain the skills, courage, and voice to thrive in college, career, and life while being part of a close-knit, inspiring community.
List of 4 items.
100%
of graduates pursue higher education at a four-year college or university
100+
years of education tailored to the development and empowerment of girls
3
divisions for a comprehensive and holistic approach to girls’ education
3,000+
alumnae make up an international network of support for our community
Where Are Ellis Grads Going to College?
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Why All Girls?
Girls deserve their own space to thrive. In an all-girls environment, students are free to take risks, speak up, and lead without the social pressures and stereotypes that can exist in coed settings. All-girls education creates a community where every girl’s voice is valued and where she is encouraged to boldly pursue her passions and ambitions—and the benefits are clear.
List of 4 items.
to major in STEM subjects
compared to girls who attend coed schools
girls’ school students experience
it from classmates and teachers more than their peers at coed schools
say they were offered greater leadership opportunities
than their peers at coed schools
girls’ school graduates
report it more than their coed peers
See Her Potential
Summer Programs at Ellis
Ellis Summer Programs
offer engaging, hands-on experiences for children of all ages—open to both Ellis and non-Ellis families. Designed to spark curiosity and build confidence, our programs invite campers to explore new interests, develop skills, and form lasting friendships in a warm, welcoming community.
From imaginative, play-based
Co-Ed Kid Camps
, to skill-focused
Athletics Camps
that emphasize teamwork and growth, to our signature
Changemakers Camps
where girls collaborate on real-world, interdisciplinary projects, there’s something for every learner. Led by expert Ellis teachers, coaches, and teaching artists, campers are supported, challenged, and inspired throughout their summer experience—all on our beautiful campus.
View Our Programs and Join Us!
Connect With Us
As a college preparatory school, Ellis—the
only all-girls school in Pittsburgh
serving students from Pre-k to grade 12—provides a robust academic journey fueled by curiosity, joy, and agency at each stage of development. From world languages and STEM lessons as early as Pre-k to real-world learning opportunities in Upper School, explore the Ellis advantage.
LEARN MORE
INQUIRE
ACADEMICS
Campus News
List of 8 news stories.
Five More Minutes: How an Ellis Education Shaped Carolina Vélez ’06’s Advocacy Journey
2/26/2026
One Year After Ellis: Francesca LaRoche ’24
5/29/2025
Senior Projects Help Class of 2025 Make an Impact in Pittsburgh
5/29/2025
Class of 2025 College Commitments
5/28/2025
Ellis Recognizes Departing Employees in 2024–2025 School Year
5/28/2025
The Ellis School Announces Interim Head of School
5/22/2025
Exploring Evolution with EvolvingSTEM
4/8/2025
Coding is (More Than) Just a Game for Ellis Middle Schoolers
4/7/2025
More News
6425 FIFTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15206
412.661.5992
|
admissions@theellisschool.org
6425 FIFTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15206
412.661.5992
admissions@theellisschool.org
Tours
Inquire
About
MyEllis
Why All-Girls
arrow
Ellis All Girls, All In
All-Girls Education
Our Graduates
Meet Our Changemakers
About
arrow
About
Campus
GreenSheet Blog
Our People
News
Head of School
Admission
arrow
Admission
Inquire
Visit
Tuition
arrow
Tuition Assistance
Apply
Meet the Admission Team
Divisions
arrow
Divisions
Lower School
Middle School
Upper School
Academics
arrow
Academics
Lower School Curriculum
Middle School Curriculum
Upper School Curriculum
Technology
College Counseling
Life at Ellis
arrow
Life at Ellis
Student Life
Parent Life
Culture & Community Life
Sustainability Education
Athletics
Theater Arts
After-school Programs
Summer Camp
arrow
Changemakers Camps
Coed Kid Camps
Athletics Camps
The Academies at the Ellis School
Alumnae
arrow
Reunion
Ellis Magazine
Athletics
Make a Gift
News
Contact Us
Careers
Directions
Online Store
Facility Rentals
Privacy Policy
The Ellis School
Tours
Inquire
About
Why Choose Ellis?
At The Ellis School, girls are empowered to confidently define themselves through a rigorous, supportive academic journey designed just for them. As the region’s only independent all-girls school for students from age 3 to grade 12, Ellis offers unparalleled expertise in educating girls and preparing them to lead in every field—academic, athletic, and professional. Families choose Ellis because their daughters gain the skills, courage, and voice to thrive in college, career, and life while being part of a close-knit, inspiring community.
List of 4 items.
100%
of graduates pursue higher education at a four-year college or university
100+
years of education tailored to the development and empowerment of girls
3
divisions for a comprehensive and holistic approach to girls’ education
3,000+
alumnae make up an international network of support for our community
Where Are Ellis Grads Going to College?
Logo Slider
Why All Girls?
Girls deserve their own space to thrive. In an all-girls environment, students are free to take risks, speak up, and lead without the social pressures and stereotypes that can exist in coed settings. All-girls education creates a community where every girl’s voice is valued and where she is encouraged to boldly pursue her passions and ambitions—and the benefits are clear.
List of 4 items.
to major in STEM subjects
compared to girls who attend coed schools
girls’ school students experience
it from classmates and teachers more than their peers at coed schools
say they were offered greater leadership opportunities
than their peers at coed schools
girls’ school graduates
report it more than their coed peers
See Her Potential
Summer Programs at Ellis
Ellis Summer Programs
offer engaging, hands-on experiences for children of all ages—open to both Ellis and non-Ellis families. Designed to spark curiosity and build confidence, our programs invite campers to explore new interests, develop skills, and form lasting friendships in a warm, welcoming community.
From imaginative, play-based
Co-Ed Kid Camps
, to skill-focused
Athletics Camps
that emphasize teamwork and growth, to our signature
Changemakers Camps
where girls collaborate on real-world, interdisciplinary projects, there’s something for every learner. Led by expert Ellis teachers, coaches, and teaching artists, campers are supported, challenged, and inspired throughout their summer experience—all on our beautiful campus.
View Our Programs and Join Us!
Connect With Us
As a college preparatory school, Ellis—the
only all-girls school in Pittsburgh
serving students from Pre-k to grade 12—provides a robust academic journey fueled by curiosity, joy, and agency at each stage of development. From world languages and STEM lessons as early as Pre-k to real-world learning opportunities in Upper School, explore the Ellis advantage.
LEARN MORE
INQUIRE
ACADEMICS
Campus News
List of 8 news stories.
Five More Minutes: How an Ellis Education Shaped Carolina Vélez ’06’s Advocacy Journey
2/26/2026
One Year After Ellis: Francesca LaRoche ’24
5/29/2025
Senior Projects Help Class of 2025 Make an Impact in Pittsburgh
5/29/2025
Class of 2025 College Commitments
5/28/2025
Ellis Recognizes Departing Employees in 2024–2025 School Year
5/28/2025
The Ellis School Announces Interim Head of School
5/22/2025
Exploring Evolution with EvolvingSTEM
4/8/2025
Coding is (More Than) Just a Game for Ellis Middle Schoolers
4/7/2025
More News
6425 FIFTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15206
412.661.5992
|
admissions@theellisschool.org
6425 FIFTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15206
412.661.5992
admissions@theellisschool.org
Tours
Inquire
About