The Alva School is a historic school in Alva, Florida. It is located at 21291 North River Road. On June 10, 1999, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. This property is part of the Lee County Multiple Property Submission, a Multiple Property Submission to the National Register.
Serving 1,214 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Alva School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Alva School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
The Alva School's student population of 1,214 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
The Alva School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Alva School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1492 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
68%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Alva School's ranking?
The Alva School is ranked #1492 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are The Alva School often compared to?
The Alva Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend The Alva School?
1,214 students attend The Alva School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of The Alva School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Alva School?
The Alva School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Alva School offer ?
The Alva School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Alva School part of?
The Alva School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
View the The Alva School below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day Back to School for Students
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 01, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
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