Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Penn Valley School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Penn Valley School serves the southern part of Narberth, PA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Valley 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
Penn Valley School's student population of 542 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve
School Rankings
Penn Valley School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penn Valley School is 0.58, which is less 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
#56 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
8%
14%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Valley School's ranking?
Penn Valley School is ranked #56 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penn Valley School often compared to?
Penn Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Wynne School, Gladwyne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penn Valley School?
542 students attend Penn Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Penn Valley School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penn Valley School?
Penn Valley School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Valley School offer ?
Penn Valley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Penn Valley School part of?
Penn Valley School is part of Lower Merion School District.
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