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Perkiomen Valley Ms-west

200 Big Road
Zieglerville, PA 19492
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8/
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Top 30%
Serving 507 students in grades 6-8, Perkiomen Valley Ms-west 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 48% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 507 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 30% in PA
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Perkiomen Valley Ms-west ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Perkiomen Valley Ms-west's student population of 507 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers

School Rankings

Perkiomen Valley Ms-west 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-west is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#611 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(22-23)
48%
38%
78%
55%
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Perkiomen Valley Ms-west's ranking?
Perkiomen Valley Ms-west is ranked #611 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Perkiomen Valley Ms-west often compared to?
Perkiomen Valley Ms-westis often viewed alongside schools like Perkiomen Valley Ms-east, Spring-ford Intrmd Sch 5th/6th, Arcola Intrmd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Perkiomen Valley Ms-west?
507 students attend Perkiomen Valley Ms-west.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Perkiomen Valley Ms-west students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perkiomen Valley Ms-west?
Perkiomen Valley Ms-west has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Perkiomen Valley Ms-west offer ?
Perkiomen Valley Ms-west offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perkiomen Valley Ms-west part of?
Perkiomen Valley Ms-west is part of Perkiomen Valley School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 507 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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