Serving 1,186 students in grades 5-8, Valley Forge Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Forge MS serves the northern part of Wayne, PA, covering an area of approximately 15.4 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Forge Middle 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
Valley Forge Middle School's student population of 1,186 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Valley Forge Middle 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 Valley Forge Middle School is 0.61, 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
#135 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
33%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
3%
Showing 2006–2019. Full 17-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 Valley Forge Middle School's ranking?
Valley Forge Middle School is ranked #135 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Valley Forge Middle School often compared to?
Valley Forge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tredyffrin-easttown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Valley Forge Middle School?
1,186 students attend Valley Forge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Valley Forge Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Forge Middle School?
Valley Forge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Forge Middle School offer ?
Valley Forge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley Forge Middle School part of?
Valley Forge Middle School is part of Tredyffrin-Easttown School District.
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