Serving 422 students in grades 7-12, Pleasant Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pleasant Valley High School's student population of 422 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#433 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
96%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley High School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley High School is ranked #433 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pleasant Valley High School often compared to?
Pleasant Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Plains High School, Ohatchee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pleasant Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Pleasant Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pleasant Valley High School?
422 students attend Pleasant Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pleasant Valley High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley High School?
Pleasant Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley High School offer ?
Pleasant Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pleasant Valley High School part of?
Pleasant Valley High School is part of Calhoun County School District.
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