Wills Valley Elementary School, a Fort Payne, Alabama public school serving grades Pre–K through 2, had a 2023 enrollment of 774 students with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, ranking in the top 20% statewide for student attention due to its low ratio.
Math proficiency at Wills Valley was 26% in 2023, lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, declining from a high of 59% in 2017; reading proficiency was 25%, also lower than the state average of 47%, showing a sharp decline since 2021.
Minority enrollment was 48% in 2023, with Hispanic students comprising a significant portion at 317 out of 774; enrollment decreased from 913 students in 2022 to 808 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch rose from 49% to 69%.
The school maintained a graduation rate of 98% in 2023, outperforming the Alabama state average of 88%, consistent with district performance; no virtual instruction was offered.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Attendance Zone: Wills Valley Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Fort Payne, AL, encompassing approximately 56.5 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wills Valley Elementary School's student population of 738 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
738 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wills Valley Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wills Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Wills Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ider School, Williams Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Wills Valley Elementary School?
738 students attend Wills Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Wills Valley Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wills Valley Elementary School?
Wills Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wills Valley Elementary School offer ?
Wills Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wills Valley Elementary School part of?
Wills Valley Elementary School is part of Fort Payne City School District.
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