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Delaware Valley Middle School

Middle School · Delaware Valley SD

258 Route 6 and 209, Milford, PA 18337

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,710 of 2,846

In Milford

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Delaware Valley SD

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Delaware Valley Middle School

5.8/10

Middle School in Milford · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Delaware Valley HS

8.7/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Delaware Valley EL Sch

6.7/10

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About Delaware Valley Middle School

Delaware Valley Middle School is a public middle school in Milford, PA, part of Delaware Valley SD. Delaware Valley Middle School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Delaware Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,710 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Delaware Valley Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • PA avg 5.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.5 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,145
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Delaware Valley Middle School — Students at Delaware Valley Middle School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
35.5% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 76.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.4% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
32.1%
ELA
70.3%
2024
Math
44.2%
ELA
68.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.

How Delaware Valley Middle School Compares

See how Delaware Valley Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in PA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

258 Route 6 and 209, Milford, PA 18337

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Delaware Valley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sussex Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Sussex), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dingman-Delaware MS (rated 5.9/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Dingmans Ferry), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PORT JERVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Port Jervis), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milford, see our Milford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Delaware Valley HS Milford 0.1 mi 8.7
Delaware Valley El Sch Matamoras 2.5 mi 6.7
ANNA S KUHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jervis 4.1 mi 6.9
PORT JERVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jervis 4.1 mi 5.6
PORT JERVIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Jervis 4.1 mi 9.0
Montague Township School Montague 5.0 mi 7.1
THE HOMESTEAD SCHOOL Glen Spey 9.2 mi 7.4
GEORGE ROSS MACKENZIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Spey 10.1 mi 4.9
Sandyston Walpack Consolidated School Layton 10.2 mi 6.7
Shohola El Sch Shohola 8.3 mi 6.7
Wantage Elementary School Wantage 10.4 mi 5.9
N A HAMILTON BICENTENNIAL SCHOOL Cuddebackville 10.4 mi 6.6
High Point Regional High School District Sussex 11.4 mi 5.9
Clifton E. Lawrence Wantage 10.7 mi 6.0
SUSSEX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sussex 11.7 mi 6.3
Sussex Middle School Sussex 11.8 mi 7.2
Frankford Township School Branchville 14.5 mi 7.9
Dingman-Delaware Primary Sch Dingmans Ferry 11.7 mi 6.5
Dingman-Delaware El Sch Dingmans Ferry 11.8 mi 6.4
Dingman-Delaware MS Dingmans Ferry 11.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 18337 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,935

Median Home Value

$284,200

Median Rent

$1,507/mo

Population

15,517

College Educated

32.8%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

39.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Delaware Valley Middle School

What grades does Delaware Valley Middle School serve?

Delaware Valley Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Delaware Valley Middle School?

Delaware Valley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Delaware Valley Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Delaware Valley Middle School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Delaware Valley Middle School rank in PA?

Delaware Valley Middle School ranks #1,710 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Delaware Valley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Delaware Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Delaware Valley Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Delaware Valley Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Delaware Valley Middle School a charter school?

No, Delaware Valley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Delaware Valley Middle School a Title I school?

No, Delaware Valley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delaware Valley Middle School?

41.4% of students at Delaware Valley Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Pike County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

District

Delaware Valley SD
District Enrollment
4,281
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,145
District Rank
#7 of 7

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