Serving 747 students in grades 9-12, Valley View High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Archbald, PA, encompassing approximately 27.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 4.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Valley View High School's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
747 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley View High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View High School is 0.33, 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
#824 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View High School's ranking?
Valley View High School is ranked #824 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Valley View High School often compared to?
Valley View High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abington Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley View High School?
The graduation rate of Valley View High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley View High School?
747 students attend Valley View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Valley View High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View High School?
Valley View High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley View High School offer ?
Valley View High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley View High School part of?
Valley View High School is part of Valley View School District.
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