Pleasant Valley High School in Jacksonville, AL, ranked #452 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #433 in 2022 and a peak ranking of #315 in 2013, reflecting some volatility in overall state ranking trends.
Graduation rate consistently remained high at 95% in 2023, significantly above the Alabama state average of 88% and district average of 89%, placing it in the top 5% of state high schools.
Math proficiency was 28% in 2023, slightly lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 53%, higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 45–49%, notably higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 434 students in 2022 to 422 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady at about 5%, and 49% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, indicating a substantial socioeconomic need.
Pleasant Valley High School served grades 7–12 with 388 students and 24 teachers in 2023, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of approximately 16:1, consistent with prior years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Jacksonville neighborhoods, with most students within a 15-20 min. drive (avg. 8.1 mi., furthest 11.8 mi.).
- 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 393 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1982
Colors
White, Blue, Red, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Raiders!
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley High School is 0.12, 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
#452 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
2%
31%
White
94%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Calhoun County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley High School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley High School is ranked #452 out of 1,275 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 30% 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?
393 students attend Pleasant Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pleasant Valley High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 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 17:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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