Very Good
#754 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 27% in state
Garnet Valley MS
Middle School · Garnet Valley SD
601 Smithbridge Rd, Glen Mills, PA 19342
Enrollment
1,078
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,078
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#754 of 2,846
In Glen Mills
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Garnet Valley SD
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Garnet Valley MS
Middle School in Glen Mills · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Garnet Valley MS
Garnet Valley MS is a public middle school in Glen Mills, PA, part of Garnet Valley SD. Garnet Valley MS serves approximately 1,078 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Garnet Valley MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #754 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Garnet Valley MS show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Garnet Valley MS — Students at Garnet Valley MS score 66% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.8/10.
How Garnet Valley MS Compares
See how Garnet Valley MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
601 Smithbridge Rd, Glen Mills, PA 19342
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garnet Valley MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Talley Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Springer Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Glen Mills, see our Glen Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garnet Valley El Sch Glen Mills | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Concord El Sch Glen Mills | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Garnet Valley HS Glen Mills | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Bethel Springs El Sch Garnet Valley | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Concord High School Wilmington | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI Wilmington | 2.9 mi | — |
| ST CORNELIUS SCHOOL Chadds Ford | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Glen Mills | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Wilmington | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Hanby Elementary School Wilmington | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Lancashire Elementary School Wilmington | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| THE MALVERN SCHOOL Glen Mills | 4.0 mi | — |
| Delaware County Technical High School - Aston Aston | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Talley Middle School Wilmington | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Forwood Elementary School Wilmington | 4.4 mi | 8.2 |
| THE PILOT SCHOOL Wilmington | 4.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Springer Middle School Wilmington | 4.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Brandywine High School Wilmington | 4.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ST EDMOND'S ACADEMY Wilmington | 4.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,647
Median Home Value
$579,400
Median Rent
$2,298/mo
Population
20,654
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Median Age
46.7
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| Colonial MS Plymouth Meeting, PA | 7.4 |
| David E Williams MS Coraopolis, PA | 7.6 |
| Mount Nittany MS State College, PA | 7.4 |
| Newtown MS Newtown, PA | 7.6 |
| Richardson MS Springfield, PA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garnet Valley MS
What grades does Garnet Valley MS serve?
Garnet Valley MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Garnet Valley MS?
Garnet Valley MS has an enrollment of approximately 1,078 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garnet Valley MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Garnet Valley MS is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garnet Valley MS rank in PA?
Garnet Valley MS ranks #754 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Garnet Valley MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Garnet Valley MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Garnet Valley MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garnet Valley MS has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garnet Valley MS a charter school?
No, Garnet Valley MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garnet Valley MS a Title I school?
No, Garnet Valley MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garnet Valley MS?
13.5% of students at Garnet Valley MS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,078
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 94
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.5%
- Phone
- (610) 579-5100
Resources & Links
District
Garnet Valley SD- District Enrollment
- 4,473
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,767
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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