Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 60% 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: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School serves the northwest part of Malvern, PA, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the nearest edge of the attendance zone being 1.4 miles and the furthest edge located 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School's student population of 426 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kathryn D. Markley 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 Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#350 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School's ranking?
Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School is ranked #350 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School often compared to?
Kathryn D. Markley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like General Wayne Elementary School, Charlestown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School?
426 students attend Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School?
Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School offer ?
Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School part of?
Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School is part of Great Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School located?
Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School is located in the Franklin Center neighborhood of Malvern, PA.
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