Pinson Valley High School, a Jefferson County Title I public high school in Pinson, Alabama, ranked #1219 in the state in 2023, declining from #933 in 2019.
Math proficiency dropped sharply to 5% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, continuing a decline from 25% in 2019; reading proficiency also fell to 13%, lower than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment accounted for 85% of the 1,021 students in 2023, with a high percentage (approximately 80%) of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting socioeconomic shifts over the past decade.
The school served grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, and a notably high graduation rate of 94% in 2023, exceeding the Alabama state average of 88%.
Science proficiency remained low at 14% in 2022, lower than the state average of 38%, indicating continued challenges across core academic subjects in this Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,021 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinson Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pinson Valley High School's student population of 1,021 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,021 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Black, Gold, Garnet
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Pinson Valley 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 Pinson Valley High School is 0.61, 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
#1219 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
30%
11%
Black
53%
32%
White
15%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Pinson Valley High School's ranking?
Pinson Valley High School is ranked #1219 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pinson Valley High School often compared to?
Pinson Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claychalkville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinson Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Pinson Valley High School is 94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pinson Valley High School?
1,021 students attend Pinson Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pinson Valley High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinson Valley High School?
Pinson Valley High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinson Valley High School offer ?
Pinson Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinson Valley High School part of?
Pinson Valley High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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