For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,822 students in 19355, PA (there are 19 private schools, serving 2,665 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 19355, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19355, PA are Charlestown Elementary School, General Wayne Elementary School and Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19355 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19355, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19355, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charlestown Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2060 Charlestown Rd
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 935-1555
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 935-1555
Gr: K-4 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
General Wayne Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
20 Devon Road
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 647-6651
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 647-6651
Gr: K-4 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
354 Swedesford Rd
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 644-1790
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 644-1790
Gr: K-4 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Great Valley High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
225 North Phoenixville Pike
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 889-1900
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 889-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Great Valley Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
255 North Phoenixville Pike
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 644-6440
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 644-6440
Gr: 7-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Sugartown Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
611 Sugartown Rd
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 699-1500
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 699-1500
Gr: K-4 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
360 Swedesford Rd
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 699-1514
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 699-1514
Gr: 5-6 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19355, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19355, PA include Charlestown Elementary School, General Wayne Elementary School and Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 19355?
7 public schools are located in 19355.
What percentage of students in 19355 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 19355 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19355?
19355 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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