For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,302 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 40% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Valley, AL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beulah Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 705 students
Rank: #22.
Fairfax Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 653 students
Rank: #33.
Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 241 students
Rank: #44.
Beulah High School
Magnet 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
| 533 students
Rank: #55.
W F Burns Middle School
Magnet 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
| 528 students
Rank: #66.
Valley High School
Magnet 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
| 642 students
Valley, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6001 20th Ave
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-3623
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-3623
Grades: 3-5
| 199 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?
6 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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Valley are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Valley include: Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School vs. Fairfax Elementary School, Beulah High School vs. Valley High School, Fairfax Elementary School vs. Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School
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