Serving 216 students in grades 8-12, 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 41%). 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Valle Opportunity Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Del Valle Opportunity Center's student population of 216 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Del Valle Opportunity Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Valle Opportunity Center is 0.25, 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
#8155 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
86%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #8155 out of 8,188 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 41% 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 60-64%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Del Valle Opportunity Center?
216 students attend Del Valle Opportunity Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Del Valle Opportunity Center students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 8-12
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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