Excellent
#377 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 13% 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
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#377 of 2,846
In Malvern
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Great Valley SD
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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General Wayne EL Sch
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About General Wayne EL Sch
General Wayne EL Sch is a public elementary school in Malvern, PA, part of Great Valley SD. General Wayne EL Sch serves approximately 657 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. General Wayne EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #377 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for General Wayne EL Sch show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- PA avg 6.4
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: 68%).
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 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: 8.0/10.
How General Wayne EL Sch Compares
See how General Wayne EL Sch 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
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. Hillside El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Berwyn), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST NORBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Paoli), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sugartown El Sch (rated 6.1/10, 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 | 6.1 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS AT PAOLI Paoli | 1.7 mi | — |
| FUSION MALVERN Malvern | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Conestoga SHS Berwyn | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| THE TIMOTHY SCHOOL Berwyn | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Hillside El Sch Berwyn | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| CHRIST MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malvern | 2.6 mi | — |
| Tredyffrin-Easttown MS Berwyn | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| 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
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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 ranks #377 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is General Wayne EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
General Wayne EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 General Wayne EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, General Wayne EL Sch has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (610) 647-6651
Resources & Links
District
Great Valley SD- District Enrollment
- 4,801
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,404
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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