GARNET VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Garnet Valley El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Garnet Valley SD school district, located in Glen Mills, PA with about 752 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 60 teachers, Garnet Valley El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Garnet Valley Elementary School, located on Smithbridge Road in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, serves as a cornerstone of the Garnet Valley School District. Known for its commitment to academic excellence, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive and innovative learning environment. The curriculum is designed to challenge students while focusing on foundational skills, critical thinking, and social-emotional development, ensuring that learners are well-prepared for their transition to the district’s middle and high school levels.
Beyond academics, the school is recognized for its vibrant community atmosphere and active parent involvement. Garnet Valley Elementary prides itself on integrating modern instructional technology and enrichment opportunities into the daily classroom experience. By maintaining high standards and a student-centered approach, the school aims to cultivate a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to grow as both lifelong learners and responsible members of the community.
For more information, contact Garnet Valley El Sch at (610) 579-4150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Glen Mills, PA 19342-1569
(610) 579-4150
GARNET VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Glen Mills, PA with about 752 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Garnet Valley SD
- Total Students:
- 752
- Teachers:
- 60.2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 752 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending GARNET VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.
- White
- 72.5%
- Asian
- 17.2%
- Two or more races
- 3.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.2%
- Black or African American
- 2.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.6%
- Male
- 52.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.