Serving 1,432 students in grades 9-12, Great Valley High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Great Valley High School's student population of 1,432 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
School Rankings
Great Valley High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Valley High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 2733 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
55%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Valley High School's ranking?
Great Valley High School is ranked #13 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Great Valley High School often compared to?
Great Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conestoga Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Great Valley High School is 98%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Great Valley High School?
1,432 students attend Great Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Great Valley High School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Valley High School?
Great Valley High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Great Valley High School offer ?
Great Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Valley High School part of?
Great Valley High School is part of Great Valley School District.
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