Serving 1,075 students in grades 6-8, Garnet Valley MiddleSchool ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garnet Valley MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Garnet Valley MiddleSchool's student population of 1,075 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,075 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garnet Valley MiddleSchool ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garnet Valley MiddleSchool is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#630 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garnet Valley MiddleSchool's ranking?
Garnet Valley MiddleSchool is ranked #630 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Garnet Valley MiddleSchool often compared to?
Garnet Valley MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northley MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Garnet Valley MiddleSchool?
1,075 students attend Garnet Valley MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Garnet Valley MiddleSchool students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garnet Valley MiddleSchool?
Garnet Valley MiddleSchool has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garnet Valley MiddleSchool offer ?
Garnet Valley MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Garnet Valley MiddleSchool part of?
Garnet Valley MiddleSchool is part of Garnet Valley SD School District.
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