Serving 1,402 students in grades 9-12, Great Valley High 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 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Great Valley High School's student population of 1,402 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Great Valley High School is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)96%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Great Valley High School is 98%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Great Valley High School?
1,402 students attend Great Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Great Valley High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Valley High School?
Great Valley High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Great Valley High School offer ?
Great Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Great Valley High School part of?
Great Valley High School is part of Great Valley SD School District.
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