Excellent
#309 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 23% in state
Based on limited data
Indian Valley Elementary School
Elementary School · Sylacauga City
1099 Oldfield Rd, Sylacauga, AL 35150
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#309 of 1,356
In Sylacauga
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Sylacauga City
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Indian Valley Elementary School
Indian Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sylacauga, AL, part of Sylacauga City. Indian Valley Elementary School serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #309 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Indian Valley Elementary School show 83% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Indian Valley Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Indian Valley Elementary School — Students at Indian Valley Elementary School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 1 test record from AL state assessments. About our data
How Indian Valley Elementary School Compares
See how Indian Valley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1099 Oldfield Rd, Sylacauga, AL 35150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Indian Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilsonville Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Wilsonville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is AH Watwood Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Childersburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Vincent Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Vincent), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sylacauga, see our Sylacauga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,328
Median Home Value
$135,500
Median Rent
$721/mo
Population
17,118
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
28.8%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryan Elementary School Morris, AL | 8.1 |
| Christian School Birmingham, AL | 8.1 |
| Iola Roberts Elementary School Pell City, AL | 8.1 |
| Knight Enloe Elementary School Roanoke, AL | 8.1 |
| Moulton Elementary School Moulton, AL | 8.1 |
| Perdido Elementary School Perdido, AL | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Indian Valley Elementary School
What grades does Indian Valley Elementary School serve?
Indian Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Indian Valley Elementary School?
Indian Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Valley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Indian Valley Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Indian Valley Elementary School rank in AL?
Indian Valley Elementary School ranks #309 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Indian Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Indian Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Indian Valley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Valley Elementary School has 83% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP).
Is Indian Valley Elementary School a charter school?
No, Indian Valley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Indian Valley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Indian Valley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Valley Elementary School?
64.5% of students at Indian Valley Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Talladega County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (256) 249-0397
Resources & Links
District
Sylacauga City- District Enrollment
- 2,045
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,512
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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