Serving 676 students in grades 6-8, Perkiomen Valley Ms-east ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perkiomen Valley Ms-east ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Perkiomen Valley Ms-east's student population of 676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Perkiomen Valley Ms-east ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perkiomen Valley Ms-east is 0.38, 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
#631 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perkiomen Valley Ms-east's ranking?
Perkiomen Valley Ms-east is ranked #631 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Perkiomen Valley Ms-east often compared to?
Perkiomen Valley Ms-eastis often viewed alongside schools like Perkiomen Valley Ms-west by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Perkiomen Valley Ms-east?
676 students attend Perkiomen Valley Ms-east.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Perkiomen Valley Ms-east students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perkiomen Valley Ms-east?
Perkiomen Valley Ms-east has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Perkiomen Valley Ms-east offer ?
Perkiomen Valley Ms-east offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Perkiomen Valley Ms-east part of?
Perkiomen Valley Ms-east is part of Perkiomen Valley School District.
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