Very Good
#878 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 31% in state
Great Valley MS
Middle School · Great Valley SD
255 North Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA 19355
Enrollment
1,120
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,120
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#878 of 2,846
In Malvern
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Great Valley SD
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Great Valley MS
Middle School in Malvern · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Great Valley HS
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About Great Valley MS
Great Valley MS is a public middle school in Malvern, PA, part of Great Valley SD. Great Valley MS serves approximately 1,120 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Valley MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #878 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Great Valley MS show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Great Valley MS — Students at Great Valley MS score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.6%
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: 6.0/10.
How Great Valley MS Compares
See how Great 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
255 North Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA 19355
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Valley MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Great Valley HS (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE PHELPS SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CIDDS LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.5/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby West Chester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Malvern, see our Malvern schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Great Valley HS Malvern | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Kathryn D. Markley El Sch Malvern | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Malvern | 1.7 mi | — |
| Charlestown El Sch Malvern | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| WHITELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Exton | 2.2 mi | — |
| CHURCH FARM SCHOOL Exton | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| CHARLESTOWN PLAYHOUSE INC. Phoenixville | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| FUSION MALVERN Malvern | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| SS PHILIP & JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Exton | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| CHRIST MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malvern | 3.7 mi | — |
| THE PHELPS SCHOOL Malvern | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| SS PETER AND PAUL SCHOOL West Chester | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| VILLA MARIA ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Malvern | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| MALVERN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Malvern | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Sugartown El Sch Malvern | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Chester County Tech College HS - Pickering Campus Phoenixville | 4.3 mi | 4.7 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL - EXTON Exton | 3.7 mi | — |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY#15 West Chester | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CIDDS LEARNING CENTER West Chester | 4.2 mi | 8.5 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS AT MALVERN Malvern | 3.6 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Paxon Hollow MS Broomall, PA | 7.3 |
| Pine-Richland MS Gibsonia, PA | 7.3 |
| Shaler Area El Sch Glenshaw, PA | 7.3 |
| Springhouse MS Allentown, PA | 7.3 |
| Charles H Boehm MS Yardley, PA | 7.2 |
| Franklin Regional MS Murrysville, PA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Valley MS
What grades does Great Valley MS serve?
Great Valley MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Great Valley MS?
Great Valley MS has an enrollment of approximately 1,120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Valley MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Valley MS is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Valley MS rank in PA?
Great Valley MS ranks #878 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Great Valley MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Valley MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Great Valley MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Valley MS has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Great Valley MS a charter school?
No, Great Valley MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Great Valley MS a Title I school?
No, Great Valley MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Valley MS?
21.6% of students at Great 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
- 1,120
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (610) 644-6440
Resources & Links
District
Great Valley SD- District Enrollment
- 4,801
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,404
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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