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Best Public Schools in Dothan, AL


At a glance
21
Schools
9,584
Students
2
Districts
1
5-star school
Top rankedCarver School of Mathematics Science and Technology22nd of 680 Alabama elementary schools
Biggest riser
Dothan City Virtual School up 45 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Dothan City Virtual School 14.1 students per teacher
Newly ranked this year
Girard Elementary School
SchoolDigger ratings
3★
2★
1★
0★
8 schools without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The city of Dothan, Alabama is home to 18 schools, including 13 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. These schools serve students across a range of economic backgrounds, with many having high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.

Among the standout schools in Dothan are Carver School of Mathematics Science and Technology, an elementary school that consistently ranks among the top in the state with exceptional test scores, and Highlands Elementary School, which also performs well with strong test scores, particularly in English language arts. Additionally, Rehobeth High School in the Houston County district ranks in the top 25% of Alabama high schools and has a 4-star rating.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the schools in Dothan. While the top-performing schools have 60-90% of students proficient in math and English, some lower-performing schools like Girard Primary and Faine Elementary have single-digit proficiency rates. These differences highlight the challenges faced by economically disadvantaged students and the need for targeted interventions to ensure equitable access to quality education across the Dothan City district.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Alabama State Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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