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#632 of 873 private schools in PA
Malvern Preparatory School
High School
418 S WARREN AVE, Malvern, PA 19355
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#632 of 873
In Malvern
#6 of 6
public schools
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About Malvern Preparatory School
Malvern Preparatory School is a private high school in Malvern, PA. Malvern Preparatory School serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Malvern Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #632 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Malvern Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Malvern Preparatory School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Malvern Preparatory School compares to the 6 public schools in Malvern, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Malvern
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Malvern Preparatory School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Sugartown El Sch | 6.1 |
| General Wayne El Sch | 8.2 |
| Kathryn D. Markley El Sch | 7.7 |
| Great Valley MS | 7.3 |
| Great Valley HS | 8.9 |
| Charlestown El Sch | 8.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
418 S WARREN AVE, Malvern, PA 19355
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Malvern Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE PHELPS SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VILLA MARIA ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FUSION MALVERN (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Malvern, see our Malvern schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE PHELPS SCHOOL Malvern | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Sugartown El Sch Malvern | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| VILLA MARIA ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Malvern | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS AT MALVERN Malvern | 1.1 mi | — |
| DEVEREUX MAPLETON SCHOOL Malvern | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| General Wayne El Sch Malvern | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| FUSION MALVERN Malvern | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| GOOD SAMARITAN DAY SCHOOL Paoli | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHRIST MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malvern | 1.6 mi | — |
| ROYER-GREAVES SCHOOL FOR BLIND Paoli | 1.7 mi | — |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Malvern | 1.9 mi | — |
| DELAWARE VALLEY FRIENDS SCHOOL Paoli | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| ST NORBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paoli | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Kathryn D. Markley El Sch Malvern | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| East Goshen El Sch West Chester | 3.0 mi | 8.9 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS AT PAOLI Paoli | 2.7 mi | — |
| Pennsylvania Leadership CS West Chester | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| LAUREL SPRINGS SCHOOL West Chester | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Great Valley MS Malvern | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Charlestown El Sch Malvern | 4.0 mi | 8.0 |
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
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bald Eagle Area MS/SHS Wingate, PA | 5.7 |
| FATHER JUDGE HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 5.7 |
| Hughesville JSHS Hughesville, PA | 5.7 |
| MERCYHURST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie, PA | 5.7 |
| Mastbaum Jules E Area Vocational-Technical School Philadelphia, PA | 5.7 |
| Northwestern SHS Albion, PA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Malvern Preparatory School
What grades does Malvern Preparatory School serve?
Malvern Preparatory School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Malvern Preparatory School?
Malvern Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Malvern Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Malvern Preparatory School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Malvern Preparatory School rank in PA?
Malvern Preparatory School ranks #632 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Malvern Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Malvern Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Malvern Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Malvern Preparatory School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Malvern Preparatory School a religious school?
Malvern Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 631
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Phone
- (484) 595-1108
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