Serving 754 students in grades 7-8, Great Valley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 48% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Great Valley MS is located in Malvern, PA, and serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 43.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Great Valley Middle School's student population of 754 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Great Valley Middle 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 Great Valley Middle School is 0.64, 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
#501 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
27%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Great Valley Middle School's ranking?
Great Valley Middle School is ranked #501 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Great Valley Middle School often compared to?
Great Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phoenixville Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Great Valley Middle School?
754 students attend Great Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Great Valley Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Valley Middle School?
Great Valley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Great Valley Middle School offer ?
Great Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Valley Middle School part of?
Great Valley Middle School is part of Great Valley School District.
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