Serving 434 students in grades 7-12, Pleasant Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Valley High School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#469 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
2%
32%
White
97%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley High School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley High School is ranked #469 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pleasant Valley High School often compared to?
Pleasant Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Plains High School, Ohatchee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pleasant Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Pleasant Valley High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Pleasant Valley High School?
434 students attend Pleasant Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pleasant Valley High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley High School?
Pleasant Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley High School offer ?
Pleasant Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pleasant Valley High School part of?
Pleasant Valley High School is part of Calhoun County School District.
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Last Day for Students/Graduation
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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