Shake the World

Whether you already know Ellis or you're just being introduced, hear our story from the people who know it best: our students.

    • An Upper School student working in a science lab

Why Choose Ellis?

The Ellis School is Pittsburgh’s leading age 3 to grade 12 private school dedicated to the education of girls. Ellis educates girls and young women to become bold, authentic, and intellectually vibrant changemakers.

Upper School: Confident, Bold, Ready

Ellis’ Upper School (Grades 9–12) empowers girls to think boldly, explore deeply, and lead with purpose. In our supportive, all-girls community, students discover their passions, challenge themselves academically, and graduate ready to make their mark on the world.

Our Program