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Excellent

#258 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 19% in state

Based on limited data

Southview Primary School

Elementary School · Opelika City

2712 Marvyn Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36804

Enrollment

467

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#258 of 1,356

In Opelika

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Opelika City

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Southview Primary School

8.3/10

Elementary School in Opelika · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Carver Primary School

8.6/10

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8.3/10

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About Southview Primary School

Southview Primary School is a public elementary school in Opelika, AL, part of Opelika City. Southview Primary School serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Southview Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #258 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Southview Primary School show 83% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • AL avg 7.4

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.7Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Reading/ELA Proficiency83.3% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency83% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+37.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment6.1Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,232
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Southview Primary School — Students at Southview Primary School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency N/A
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 83.3% (2024 ACAP)
School
State
82.8% (2024 ACAP)

Based on 1 test record from AL state assessments. About our data

How Southview Primary School Compares

See how Southview Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
81th percentile in AL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

Location

2712 Marvyn Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southview Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wrights Mill Road Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Auburn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dean Road Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Auburn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jeter Primary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Opelika, see our Opelika schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Carver Primary School Opelika 1.2 mi 8.6
Northside School Opelika 2.8 mi 8.3
Jeter Primary School Opelika 2.8 mi 9.2
Opelika Middle School Opelika 3.0 mi 5.8
Opelika High School Opelika 3.5 mi 5.0
West Forest Intermediate School Opelika 3.5 mi 7.8
THE CHANTICLEER LEARNING CENTER Opelika 3.6 mi 5.3
Morris Avenue Intermediate School Opelika 4.4 mi 8.4
THE OAKS SCHOOL Opelika 3.8 mi 5.9
Beauregard High School Opelika 4.7 mi 5.0
Beauregard Elementary School Opelika 4.9 mi 8.5
Auburn High School Auburn 4.4 mi 7.4
LEE-SCOTT ACADEMY Auburn 4.7 mi 5.2
Auburn Junior High School Auburn 5.5 mi 5.5
Dean Road Elementary School Auburn 5.4 mi 9.4
Ogletree Elementary School Auburn 6.1 mi 9.0
Auburn Early Education Center Auburn 6.0 mi 9.1
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School Auburn 6.1 mi 9.5
East Samford School Auburn 6.2 mi 6.6
Pick Elementary School Auburn 6.2 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,842

Median Home Value

$178,100

Median Rent

$802/mo

Population

19,469

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Cleveland Elementary School Cleveland, AL 8.3
Cold Springs Elementary School Bremen, AL 8.3
Curry Elementary School Jasper, AL 8.3
Flomaton Elementary School Flomaton, AL 8.3
Grantswood Community School Birmingham, AL 8.3
Huguley Elementary School Lanett, AL 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southview Primary School

What grades does Southview Primary School serve?

Southview Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

How many students attend Southview Primary School?

Southview Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southview Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southview Primary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southview Primary School rank in AL?

Southview Primary School ranks #258 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Southview Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Southview Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Southview Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southview Primary School has 83% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP).

Is Southview Primary School a charter school?

No, Southview Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Southview Primary School a Title I school?

No, Southview Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southview Primary School?

65.7% of students at Southview Primary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Lee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

District

Opelika City
District Enrollment
5,204
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,232
District Rank
#5 of 8

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