Summary:
The 36303 zip code area of Dothan, Alabama is home to 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. While the schools in this area generally underperform compared to the state average, a few standout institutions demonstrate promising outcomes.
Dothan High School and Carver 9th Grade Academy both have a 90% 4-year graduation rate, which is higher than the state average. However, Dothan High School's test scores are below the state average, with only 18.5% of 11th graders proficient in math, 31% in science, and 29.6% in English. In contrast, Kelly Springs Elementary School has the highest test scores among the elementary schools, with 39.3% of 3rd graders proficient in English and 46.8% of 4th graders proficient in math.
The schools in the 36303 zip code area generally serve a high percentage of students from low-income families, with free or reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 69.5% at Dothan High School to 96.89% at Faine Elementary School. Despite the high spending per student and low student-teacher ratios at some of the schools, the academic outcomes do not reflect this investment, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support to address the challenges faced by these schools and improve student outcomes across the Dothan City district.
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