Serving 357 students in grades 6-8, Oley Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oley Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Oley Valley Middle School's student population of 357 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oley Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oley Valley Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#880 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oley Valley Middle School's ranking?
Oley Valley Middle School is ranked #880 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Oley Valley Middle School often compared to?
Oley Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fleetwood Middle School, Boyertown Area Ms-west by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Oley Valley Middle School?
357 students attend Oley Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Oley Valley Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oley Valley Middle School?
Oley Valley Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oley Valley Middle School offer ?
Oley Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oley Valley Middle School part of?
Oley Valley Middle School is part of Oley Valley School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2012
I enjoyed going to school here very much. Anyone who likes a small town school district where you know most if not all the student in your school. This is the place! :)
2 5/1/2007
This school is very poorly run. Highly not recommended. Subs all the time.
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