Serving 228 students in grades 9-12, Del Valle Opportunity Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Del Valle Opportunity Center encompasses the entire Del Valle school district, covering approximately 170.3 square miles in Del Valle, TX. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Valle Opportunity Center's student population of 228 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Valle Opportunity Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Valle Opportunity Center is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8061 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65-69%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Sky Blue
School Mascot
Phoenix
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Valle Opportunity Center's ranking?
Del Valle Opportunity Center is ranked #8061 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Del Valle Opportunity Center?
The graduation rate of Del Valle Opportunity Center is 65-69%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Del Valle Opportunity Center?
228 students attend Del Valle Opportunity Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Del Valle Opportunity Center students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Valle Opportunity Center?
Del Valle Opportunity Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Del Valle Opportunity Center offer ?
Del Valle Opportunity Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Del Valle Opportunity Center part of?
Del Valle Opportunity Center is part of Del Valle Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Valle Opportunity Center located?
Del Valle Opportunity Center is located in the Berdoll Farms neighborhood of Del Valle, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Berdoll Farms.
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