Overview

Shades Valley High School is a public school in Irondale, AL, offering AP courses, International Baccalaureate, and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 17 high schools in Jefferson County School District.

School Rating

Shades Valley High School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Alabama with the same grade levels.
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Advanced Courses

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Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School


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Neighborhood

6100 Old Leeds Rd
Irondale, AL 35210
School leader: Taki Sarhaan
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