For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,437 students in Valley, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 43 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Valley, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Valley, AL are Beulah Elementary School, Fairfax Elementary School and Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valley, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Valley have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Valley, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beulah Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4747 Lee Road 270
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6021
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6021
Grades: PK-6
| 670 students
Rank: #22.
Fairfax Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
502 Blvd
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-2966
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-2966
Grades: PK-5
| 674 students
Rank: #33.
Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3301 23rd Dr
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 710-2803
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 710-2803
Grades: PK-2
| 217 students
Rank: #44.
Lafayette Lanier Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6001 20th Ave
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-3623
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-3623
Grades: 3-5
| 199 students
Rank: #55.
Beulah High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4848 Lee Road 270
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6020
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6020
Grades: 7-12
| 505 students
Rank: #66.
W F Burns Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
292 Johnson St
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-3567
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-3567
Grades: 6-8
| 516 students
Rank: #77.
Valley High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Highway 29
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-4105
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-4105
Grades: 9-12
| 656 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Valley, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Valley, AL include Beulah Elementary School, Fairfax Elementary School and Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Valley?
7 public schools are located in Valley.
What percentage of students in Valley go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Valley are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Valley?
Valley public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Valley are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Valley include: Beulah High School vs. Valley High School, Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School vs. Fairfax Elementary School, Fairfax Elementary School vs. Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School
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