Pleasant Valley Elementary School ranked #109 in Alabama in 2023, maintaining a position in the top 20% of public schools in the state, though fluctuating from a high of #95 in 2018 and 2013.
Math proficiency was 58% in 2023, higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, but declined from a peak of 76% in 2018; reading proficiency was 68%, also higher than the state average of 47%, showing improvement since 2017.
Enrollment slightly decreased from 544 students in 2019 to 484 students in 2023; minority enrollment remained low at approximately 6%, with most students being White (434 of 463 in 2023).
The school served grades Pre–K through 6 with an enrollment of 463 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in 2023, consistent with prior years; 56% of students qualified for free lunch, indicating increased socioeconomic need.
Science proficiency ranged between 35% and 39% in 2022, approximately equal to the state average of 38%, placing Pleasant Valley Elementary in the top 50% statewide for science.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Valley Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
94%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pleasant Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kitty Stone Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Elementary School?
463 students attend Pleasant Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pleasant Valley Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Elementary School?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Valley Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School is part of Calhoun County School District.
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