Very Good
#557 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 20% in state
Quaker Valley MS
Middle School · Quaker Valley SD
618 Harbaugh Street, Sewickley, PA 15143
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#557 of 2,846
In Sewickley
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Quaker Valley SD
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Quaker Valley MS
Middle School in Sewickley · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Quaker Valley MS
Quaker Valley MS is a public middle school in Sewickley, PA, part of Quaker Valley SD. Quaker Valley MS serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Quaker Valley MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #557 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Quaker Valley MS show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Quaker Valley MS — Students at Quaker Valley MS score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.2/10.
How Quaker Valley MS Compares
See how Quaker Valley MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
618 Harbaugh Street, Sewickley, PA 15143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Quaker Valley MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Moon Area Lower MS (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Moon Township), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Moon Area Upper MS (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Moon Township), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sewickley, see our Sewickley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Sewickley | 0.2 mi | — |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sewickley | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SEWICKLEY ACADEMY Sewickley | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Osborne El Sch Sewickley | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Edgeworth El Sch Sewickley | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Richard J. Hyde El Sch Moon Township | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Cornell El Sch Coraopolis | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Cornell HS Coraopolis | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Quaker Valley HS Leetsdale | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| RHEMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coraopolis | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| J H Brooks El Sch Moon Township | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| J.A. Allard El Sch Moon Township | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| OUR LADY OF THE SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Coraopolis | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Moon Area Upper MS Moon Township | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Moon Area Lower MS Moon Township | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| WATSON INSTITUTE Sewickley | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Moon Area SHS Moon Township | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| McCormick El Sch Moon Township | 4.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Bon Meade El Sch Moon Township | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Moon Township | 3.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,339
Median Home Value
$434,900
Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Population
21,949
College Educated
60.4%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
46.3
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| Freeport Area MS Freeport, PA | 7.8 |
| Haine MS Cranberry Twp, PA | 7.8 |
| Ingomar MS Pittsburgh, PA | 7.7 |
| Slippery Rock Area MS Slippery Rock, PA | 7.7 |
| Wattsburg Area MS Erie, PA | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Quaker Valley MS
What grades does Quaker Valley MS serve?
Quaker Valley MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Quaker Valley MS?
Quaker Valley MS has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Quaker Valley MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Quaker Valley MS is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Quaker Valley MS rank in PA?
Quaker Valley MS ranks #557 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Quaker Valley MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Quaker Valley MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Quaker Valley MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Quaker Valley MS has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Quaker Valley MS a charter school?
No, Quaker Valley MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Quaker Valley MS a Title I school?
No, Quaker Valley MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Quaker Valley MS?
21.9% of students at Quaker 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
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.0%
- Phone
- (412) 749-5079
Resources & Links
District
Quaker Valley SD- District Enrollment
- 1,814
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,730
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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