Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deer Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Deer Valley Elementary School's student population of 749 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Deer Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Valley Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
19%
32%
White
59%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Valley Elementary School is ranked #18 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Deer Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Deer Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Shades Crest Elementary School, Trace Crossings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Deer Valley Elementary School?
749 students attend Deer Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Deer Valley Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Valley Elementary School?
Deer Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deer Valley Elementary School offer ?
Deer Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deer Valley Elementary School part of?
Deer Valley Elementary School is part of Hoover City School District.
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