Serving 611 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sun Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sun Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sun Valley Elementary School's student population of 611 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sun Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sun Valley Elementary 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
#1106 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
96%
32%
White
n/a
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Sun Valley Elementary School is ranked #1106 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Sun Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Sun Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton School, Washington K8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Sun Valley Elementary School?
611 students attend Sun Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sun Valley Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sun Valley Elementary School?
Sun Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sun Valley Elementary School offer ?
Sun Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sun Valley Elementary School part of?
Sun Valley Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sun Valley Elementary School located?
Sun Valley Elementary School is located in the Echo Highlands neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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