Valley Head High School ranked #722 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #766 in 2022, maintaining a position in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 22%, lower than the state average of 30%, with reading proficiency at 37%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 20–24%, below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable around 486 students in recent years with minority enrollment at 34%, and 68% of students were eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, indicating a significant socioeconomic need.
The school served grades PK–12 with 492 students and a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, placing it in the top 10% statewide for lowest student–teacher ratio.
Graduation rates ranged between 80–89% from 2013 to 2023, consistently below the Alabama state average of approximately 88%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Head High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Head High School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Valley Head High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Head High School is 0.51, 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
#722 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
24%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
66%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Head High School's ranking?
Valley Head High School is ranked #722 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Valley Head High School often compared to?
Valley Head High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henagar Junior High School, Fort Payne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Head High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Head High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Valley Head High School?
492 students attend Valley Head High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Valley Head High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Head High School?
Valley Head High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley Head High School offer ?
Valley Head High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Head High School part of?
Valley Head High School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am a parent of 2 kids moveing to your area. The oldest is a 13 yr old girl who plays softball at the national level. Her travil team is ranked 11 in ASA Nationally . Her school team came in 2nd in GA. She is a pitcher . The other is a 11yr old boy. He is the # 3 ranked tail back in GA. has won 2 wrestling state titles, and catches for a travil baseball team . From what research I have done I love your little school , my concerns are how well do the kids their welcome new kids moveing in it being so small and how well my to will adjust coming from an AAAA to an A school. Will someone from the administration please e mail me and give. Me some feedback on. Their thoughts on the issue. Thank you.
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