The Ellis School Employee Directory
Education Administration ProgramsPennsylvania, United States51-200 Employees
The Ellis School is an independent girls’ school in Pittsburgh, serving students from age 3 through grade 12. Its campus sits in the East End neighborhood of Shadyside, about five miles from downtown, and the institution was founded in 1916. The school provides comprehensive single-sex education that centers girls’ voices and leadership. Graduates are expected to be independent thinkers who are confident and courageous as a result of focusing on critical questions and leadership. The community is characterized by peer relationships and a commitment to respect among students, with a diverse mix of geographic, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. The school serves families seeking a continuous, age-appropriate independent education for girls in the Pittsburgh region, emphasizing inquiry, leadership development, and a diverse community. In 2023, The Ellis School appointed Joni Irvin as Assistant Principal for Ellis Middle School, reflecting a leadership change within its administration.