Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-4, General Wayne Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: General Wayne El Sch serves the southeastern part of Malvern, PA, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
General Wayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
General Wayne Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
General Wayne Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of General Wayne Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#311 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
29%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is General Wayne Elementary School's ranking?
General Wayne Elementary School is ranked #311 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are General Wayne Elementary School often compared to?
General Wayne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sugartown Elementary School, Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School, Hillside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend General Wayne Elementary School?
542 students attend General Wayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of General Wayne Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of General Wayne Elementary School?
General Wayne Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does General Wayne Elementary School offer ?
General Wayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is General Wayne Elementary School part of?
General Wayne Elementary School is part of Great Valley School District.
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