Very Good
#114 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 13% of private schools
Valley Forge Military Academy
High School
1001 EAGLE RD, Wayne, PA 19087
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#114 of 873
In Wayne
#1 of 3
public schools
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About Valley Forge Military Academy
Valley Forge Military Academy is a private high school in Wayne, PA. Valley Forge Military Academy serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Forge Military Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, Valley Forge Military Academy 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, Valley Forge Military Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Valley Forge Military Academy 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 Valley Forge Military Academy compares to the 6 public schools in Wayne, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Wayne
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Forge Military Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| Radnor MS | 9.1 |
| Roberts El Sch | 7.5 |
| Wayne El Sch | 9.1 |
| New Eagle El Sch | 8.2 |
| Valley Forge El Sch | 8.4 |
| Valley Forge MS | 8.3 |
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
1001 EAGLE RD, Wayne, PA 19087
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Forge Military Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Radnor SHS (rated 9.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Radnor), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMY-NOTRE DAME DE NAMUR (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Villanova), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ARCHBISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Malvern), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE SCHOOL Wayne | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST KATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Wayne | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Radnor MS Wayne | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Roberts El Sch Wayne | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Strafford | 1.1 mi | — |
| Radnor El Sch Radnor | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| ASSUMPTION ACADEMY Strafford | 1.2 mi | — |
| ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY Radnor | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WOODLYNDE SCHOOL Strafford | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Radnor SHS Radnor | 1.5 mi | 9.6 |
| THE GRAYSON SCHOOL Radnor | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| ARCHBISHOP JOHN CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Radnor | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ST KATHERINE DAY SCHOOL -UPPER Radnor | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| ARCHBISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Malvern | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Wayne El Sch Wayne | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| YSC ACADEMY Wayne | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ST DAVIDS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Wayne | 2.1 mi | — |
| ST DAVID'S NURSERY SCHOOL Devon | 2.1 mi | — |
| New Eagle El Sch Wayne | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ACADEMY-NOTRE DAME DE NAMUR Villanova | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$165,451
Median Home Value
$693,200
Median Rent
$2,130/mo
Population
33,770
College Educated
78.1%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
39.8
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| ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Boalsburg, PA | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Forge Military Academy
What grades does Valley Forge Military Academy serve?
Valley Forge Military Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Valley Forge Military Academy?
Valley Forge Military Academy has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Forge Military Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Forge Military Academy is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley Forge Military Academy rank in PA?
Valley Forge Military Academy ranks #114 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Valley Forge Military Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Forge Military Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valley Forge Military Academy a private school?
Yes, Valley Forge Military Academy 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 Valley Forge Military Academy a religious school?
No, Valley Forge Military Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- (610) 989-1380
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