Serving 548 students in grades 3-5, Valley View Intrmd School ranks in the bottom 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 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Archbald school district, encompassing approximately 27.7 square miles. Most students typically live within 5-10 minutes of the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View Intrmd School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Mrs. Cappellini's Message for the 25-26 School Year Please click here to see Mrs. Cappellini's message to families and students of Valley View Intermediate School for the new school year!
School Rankings
Valley View Intrmd School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Intrmd School is 0.27, 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
#1676 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Intrmd School's ranking?
Valley View Intrmd School is ranked #1676 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Valley View Intrmd School often compared to?
Valley View Intrmd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waverly School, Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Valley View Intrmd School?
548 students attend Valley View Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Valley View Intrmd School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Intrmd School?
Valley View Intrmd School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley View Intrmd School offer ?
Valley View Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley View Intrmd School part of?
Valley View Intrmd School is part of Valley View School District.
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