Excellent
#18 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 2% of private schools
The Phelps School
High School
583 SUGARTOWN RD, Malvern, PA 19355
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#18 of 873
In Malvern
#1 of 6
public schools
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The Phelps School
High School in Malvern · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Phelps School
The Phelps School is a private high school in Malvern, PA. The Phelps School serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Phelps School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, The Phelps School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, The Phelps School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Phelps 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 The Phelps School compares to the 6 public schools in Malvern, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Malvern
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Phelps School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Sugartown El Sch | 6.1 |
| General Wayne El Sch | 8.2 |
| Kathryn D. Markley El Sch | 7.7 |
| Great Valley HS | 8.9 |
| Great Valley MS | 7.3 |
| 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
583 SUGARTOWN RD, Malvern, PA 19355
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Phelps School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Great Valley HS (rated 8.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is VILLA MARIA ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FUSION MALVERN (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Malvern, see our Malvern schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sugartown El Sch Malvern | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MALVERN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Malvern | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| DEVEREUX MAPLETON SCHOOL Malvern | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CHRIST MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malvern | 1.2 mi | — |
| VILLA MARIA ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Malvern | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS AT MALVERN Malvern | 1.6 mi | — |
| FUSION MALVERN Malvern | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| General Wayne El Sch Malvern | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Malvern | 1.7 mi | — |
| GOOD SAMARITAN DAY SCHOOL Paoli | 2.0 mi | — |
| East Goshen El Sch West Chester | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| ROYER-GREAVES SCHOOL FOR BLIND Paoli | 2.2 mi | — |
| Kathryn D. Markley El Sch Malvern | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| DELAWARE VALLEY FRIENDS SCHOOL Paoli | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Pennsylvania Leadership CS West Chester | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ST NORBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paoli | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| LAUREL SPRINGS SCHOOL West Chester | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Great Valley MS Malvern | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Great Valley HS Malvern | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| SS PETER AND PAUL SCHOOL West Chester | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
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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| THE CREFELD SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 8.6 |
| ABRAXAS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM South Mountain, PA | 8.5 |
| Fannett-Metal SHS Willow Hill, PA | 8.5 |
| ST GREGORYS ACADEMY Elmhurst Township, PA | 8.7 |
| Shanksville-Stonycreek HS Shanksville, PA | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Phelps School
What grades does The Phelps School serve?
The Phelps School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend The Phelps School?
The Phelps School has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Phelps School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Phelps School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Phelps School rank in PA?
The Phelps School ranks #18 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Phelps School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Phelps School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Phelps School a private school?
Yes, The Phelps School is a private all-boys school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Phelps School a religious school?
No, The Phelps School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 82
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Phone
- (610) 644-1754
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