Very Good
#736 of 2,842 schools in PA
Top 26% in state
General Wayne EL Sch
Elementary School · Great Valley SD
20 Devon Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Malvern
#2 of 6
public schools
Pennsylvania elementary schools
#539 of 1,625
In district
#2 of 6
Great Valley SD
School environment
8.4 / 10
Very strong
About General Wayne EL Sch
General Wayne Elementary School serves 657 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Malvern, Pennsylvania. This well-regarded public school maintains a comfortable student-teacher ratio of 13:1 with 50 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning an 8.1 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #316 out of 2,852 Pennsylvania elementary schools, placing it in the 89th percentile statewide.
Students show solid proficiency rates with 73% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and Reading, and 70% achieving proficiency in Mathematics across all grade levels. General Wayne Elementary benefits from its location in an affluent and highly educated community. The surrounding ZIP code 19355 has a median household income of $156,291 and a median home value of $627,800, with 72% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.
The area maintains a low poverty rate of just 4.5% among its 28,178 residents. Located on Devon Road in Chester County's large suburban setting, General Wayne Elementary School serves families in a well-established community that strongly values education and provides substantial resources to support student achievement.
Score Breakdown
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General Wayne EL Sch — Students at General Wayne EL Sch score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 6.4/10.
How General Wayne EL Sch Compares
See how General Wayne EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 73% (2019) to 69.6% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 83% (2019) to 72.7% (2024).
Location
20 Devon Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering General Wayne EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST NORBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Paoli), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hillside El Sch (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Berwyn), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sugartown El Sch (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Malvern, see our Malvern schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOOD SAMARITAN DAY SCHOOL Paoli | 0.8 mi | — |
| ROYER-GREAVES SCHOOL FOR BLIND Paoli | 0.7 mi | — |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS AT MALVERN Malvern | 0.9 mi | — |
| VILLA MARIA ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Malvern | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| DELAWARE VALLEY FRIENDS SCHOOL Paoli | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| MALVERN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Malvern | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ST NORBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paoli | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| DEVEREUX MAPLETON SCHOOL Malvern | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| THE PHELPS SCHOOL Malvern | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Sugartown El Sch Malvern | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS AT PAOLI Paoli | 1.7 mi | — |
| FUSION MALVERN Malvern | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Conestoga SHS Berwyn | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| THE TIMOTHY SCHOOL Berwyn | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Hillside El Sch Berwyn | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| CHRIST MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malvern | 2.6 mi | — |
| Tredyffrin-Easttown MS Berwyn | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Malvern | 2.8 mi | — |
| REGINA LUMINIS ACADEMY Berwyn | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| MELMARK SCHOOL Berwyn | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,917
Median Home Value
$662,200
Median Rent
$1,960/mo
Population
28,650
College Educated
73.3%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
41.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding General Wayne EL Sch has a median household income of $162,917. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $662,200, with a median rent of $1,960/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adamstown El Sch Adamstown, PA | 7.4 |
| Chatham Park El Sch Havertown, PA | 7.4 |
| Chestnutwold El Sch Ardmore, PA | 7.4 |
| Dassa McKinney El Sch West Sunbury, PA | 7.4 |
| Inglewood El Sch Lansdale, PA | 7.4 |
| John Hancock Demonstration Sch Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about General Wayne EL Sch
What grades does General Wayne EL Sch serve?
General Wayne EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend General Wayne EL Sch?
General Wayne EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 657 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at General Wayne EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at General Wayne EL Sch is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does General Wayne EL Sch rank in PA?
General Wayne EL Sch is ranked #736 out of 2,842 schools in PA.
What is General Wayne EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
General Wayne EL Sch has a composite rating of 7.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at General Wayne EL Sch?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, General Wayne EL Sch has 68.9% math proficiency and 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is General Wayne EL Sch a charter school?
No, General Wayne EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is General Wayne EL Sch a Title I school?
No, General Wayne EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for General Wayne EL Sch?
14.3% of students at General Wayne EL Sch 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 657
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Phone
- (610) 647-6651
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Great Valley SD- District Enrollment
- 4,801
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,404
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
Other Schools in This District
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