Best Public Schools in Zip Code 35989


Summary:

The 35989 zip code is home to a single alternative public school, Valley Head High School, which serves grades PK-12 with a total enrollment of 486 students. The school's student population is predominantly White (66.46%), with significant Hispanic (22.63%) and Native American (8.23%) representation. While Valley Head High School stands out for its academic performance in certain areas, it also faces challenges in others, particularly in English proficiency.

Academically, Valley Head High School's mathematics and science proficiency rates are generally higher than the DeKalb County and Alabama state averages, with particularly strong performance in 3rd, 4th, and 8th-grade mathematics, as well as 8th-grade science. However, the school's English proficiency rates are more mixed, with some grades performing above the county and state averages, while others fall below. This variability in academic performance suggests the need for a more comprehensive analysis to understand the school's strengths and weaknesses across different subject areas and grade levels.

Another notable characteristic of Valley Head High School is its high percentage (67.28%) of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively low-income student population. This socioeconomic factor may play a role in the school's academic performance and resource allocation. Comparing the school's performance to other institutions in the region or state with similar demographic and socioeconomic characteristics could provide valuable insights to support data-driven decision-making and school improvement efforts.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Alabama State Department of Education.

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