THE ALVA SCHOOL

THE ALVA SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LEE school district, located in ALVA, FL with about 1,010 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 64 teachers, THE ALVA SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

THE ALVA SCHOOL, located in the rural community of Alva, Florida, serves as a comprehensive K-8 educational institution within the School District of Lee County. The school is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering a traditional neighborhood school environment. By housing both elementary and middle school grades under one roof, the school provides a seamless transition for students, allowing for a consistent support system throughout their formative years.

Academically, THE ALVA SCHOOL places a heavy emphasis on core subjects while integrating technology and extracurricular activities to provide a well-rounded experience. Its location allows the school to maintain a unique "small-town" feel, often characterized by active parent involvement and a close relationship with the surrounding Alva area. The school is dedicated to preparing students for high school success by emphasizing both academic rigor and character development, all while leveraging the resources provided by the larger Lee County school system.

For more information, contact THE ALVA SCHOOL at (239) 728-2494 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

17500 CHURCH AVE
ALVA, FL 33920
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THE ALVA SCHOOL is a public Title I school in ALVA, FL with about 1,010 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
LEE
Total Students:
1,010
Teachers:
64
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 eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 1,010 students

White
69.8%
Hispanic/Latino
24.0%
Black or African American
3.8%
Two or more races
2.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Asian
0.1%

Female
47.6%
Male
52.4%

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.