Serving 788 students in grades 5-8, Welsh Valley Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Welsh Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Welsh Valley Middle School's student population of 788 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
788 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
Campus Size
34 acres
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve
School Rankings
Welsh Valley Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Welsh Valley Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#115 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
65%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lower Merion School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Welsh Valley Middle School's ranking?
Welsh Valley Middle School is ranked #115 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Welsh Valley Middle School often compared to?
Welsh Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bala-cynwyd Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Welsh Valley Middle School?
788 students attend Welsh Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Welsh Valley Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Welsh Valley Middle School?
Welsh Valley Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Welsh Valley Middle School offer ?
Welsh Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Welsh Valley Middle School part of?
Welsh Valley Middle School is part of Lower Merion School District.
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