Valley Head High School

Valley Head High School

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
235 First Ave,  Valley Head, AL
Dekalb County Schools
4.1
4.0
492 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr William T Monroe
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
84.5%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.59
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
35
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.3%
College Prep
Average ACT
21
Math
21
English
20
Reading
21
Science
21
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
23.8%
State Average
27.8%
Science
24.5%
State Average
21.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
416:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.9%
Female
45.1%
White
66.5%
Hispanic
22.6%
Native American
8.2%
Two or more races
2.3%
Black
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Northeast Alabama Community College 34 Students
Jacksonville State University 30 Students
The University of Alabama 24 Students
Auburn University 23 Students
The University of Alabama in Huntsville 23 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham 20 Students
Troy University 18 Students
University of South Alabama 18 Students
Spring Hill College 14 Students
Berry College 11 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 8 Students
Nursing 6 Students
Veterinary Sciences 5 Students
Physical Therapy 4 Students
Veterinary Technician and Assistant 4 Students
Psychology 3 Students
Computer Science 3 Students
Education 3 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 3 Students
Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 11 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/16/2021
As a kid I was always going from school to school. I first attended Valley Head High School as a 6th grader. It was the first school where I actually got around well and felt welcomed and not being "the new kid". The teachers and staff here are genuinely and helpful. My experience here in Valley Head High School has been such an adequate experience. I wouldn't change this small school for anything. I'm super proud to say I'll be graduating from here.
4.0 NicheUser
5/18/2014
I would choose it again because of the relationships I had with my teachers, coaches and peers.
3.0 NicheUser
4/22/2013
If there is a possible threat in the area the school goes on lock-down to protect their students.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 2 Reviews
3.0 parent
11/5/2014
I take no particular issue with this school in all but one category. There are no music programs that are truly established at the school. At this time, there is a band that plays on drums and electric instruments that is being run by a volunteer. I sure would love to see the school actually start a...
5.0 other
8/18/2008

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Valley Head High School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-12 in Valley Head, AL and is served by the Dekalb County Schools in Alabama. The school has a total enrollment of 492 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Valley Head High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.59, the graduation rate is 84.5%, and the average ACT score is 21. Discover additional schools in the area, like Moon Lake School, and more. Learn more about what Valley Head has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Valley Head High School.

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