Pequea Valley High School is the only secondary school in the Pequea Valley School District. It is located in Kinzers, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States.
Serving 451 students in grades 9-12, Pequea Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pequea Valley High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Kinzers, PA, encompassing approximately 81.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pequea Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pequea Valley High School's student population of 451 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Each Learner Counts
School Rankings
Pequea Valley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pequea Valley High School is 0.36, 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
#812 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Braves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pequea Valley High School's ranking?
Pequea Valley High School is ranked #812 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pequea Valley High School often compared to?
Pequea Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Manor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pequea Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Pequea Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Pequea Valley High School?
451 students attend Pequea Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Pequea Valley High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pequea Valley High School?
Pequea Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pequea Valley High School offer ?
Pequea Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pequea Valley High School part of?
Pequea Valley High School is part of Pequea Valley School District.
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