Serving 1,197 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Alva School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Alva School's student population of 1,197 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Alva School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Alva School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1565 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
70%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Alva School's ranking?
The Alva School is ranked #1565 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are The Alva School often compared to?
The Alva Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend The Alva School?
1,197 students attend The Alva School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of The Alva School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Alva School?
The Alva School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does The Alva School offer ?
The Alva School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is The Alva School part of?
The Alva School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Last Day for Students
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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