For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 565 students in 36305, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 595 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in 36305, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in 36305, AL is Highlands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 36305 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36305, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36305, AL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highlands Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1400 S Brannon Stand Rd
Dothan, AL 36305
(334) 794-1459
Dothan, AL 36305
(334) 794-1459
Grades: K-6
| 565 students
36305, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1665 Honeysuckle Rd
Dothan, AL 36305
(334) 794-1420
Dothan, AL 36305
(334) 794-1420
Grades: 6-8
| 468 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36305, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36305, AL include Highlands Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36305?
1 public schools are located in 36305.
What percentage of students in 36305 go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in 36305 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36305?
36305 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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