SUN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sun Valley Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Birmingham City school district, located in Birmingham, AL with about 634 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, Sun Valley Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sun Valley Elementary School, located in the Roebuck area of Birmingham, Alabama, is a dedicated member of the Birmingham City Schools district. The school serves a diverse student population, focusing on providing a foundational academic environment that emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. By aligning its curriculum with state standards, the school aims to prepare its elementary-aged students for the rigors of middle school while fostering a supportive and structured learning environment.

Beyond standard academics, Sun Valley Elementary works to integrate community values and student engagement into its daily operations. As part of a larger urban school district, the institution often utilizes various district-wide resources and initiatives designed to improve student outcomes and support teacher development. Parents and guardians interested in current school performance data, extracurricular offerings, or enrollment procedures are encouraged to visit their official website or contact the school office directly for the most up-to-date information regarding their specific programs and academic calendar.

For more information, contact Sun Valley Elementary School at (205) 231-5740 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1010 18th Ave NW
Birmingham, AL 35215-4154
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SUN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Birmingham, AL with about 634 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Birmingham City
Total Students:
634
Teachers:
35
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 634 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SUN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 96% of the student body.

Black or African American
95.9%
Hispanic/Latino
2.2%
Two or more races
1.6%
White
0.2%
Asian
0.2%

Female
46.7%
Male
53.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.