Serving 1,110 students in grades 5-8, Valley Forge Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Forge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Valley Forge Middle School's student population of 1,110 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Forge Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Forge Middle School is 0.61, which is more 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
#255 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
5%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Forge Middle School's ranking?
Valley Forge Middle School is ranked #255 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Valley Forge Middle School often compared to?
Valley Forge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tredyffrin-easttown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Valley Forge Middle School?
1,110 students attend Valley Forge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Valley Forge Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Forge Middle School?
Valley Forge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Forge Middle School offer ?
Valley Forge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Forge Middle School part of?
Valley Forge Middle School is part of Tredyffrin-Easttown School District.
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