Serving 580 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Valley Forge Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Forge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Valley Forge Elementary School's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Forge Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Forge Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#10 out of 2549 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
48%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Forge Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Forge Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Valley Forge Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Forge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Eagle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Valley Forge Elementary School?
580 students attend Valley Forge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Valley Forge Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Forge Elementary School?
Valley Forge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Forge Elementary School offer ?
Valley Forge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Forge Elementary School part of?
Valley Forge Elementary School is part of Tredyffrin-Easttown SD School District.
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