For the 2025-26 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,886 students in 36303, AL (there are , serving 2,317 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 36303, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 36303, AL are Kelly Springs Elementary School, Dothan High School and Morris Slingluff Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36303 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36303, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36303, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kelly Springs Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1124 Kelly Springs Rd
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 983-6565
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 983-6565
Gr: K-6 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Dothan High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3209 Reeves St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1410
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1410
Gr: 10-12 | 1,459 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Morris Slingluff Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4130 Westgate Parkway
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1479
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1479
Gr: K-6 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Girard Primary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
522 Girard Ave
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1467
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1467
Gr: K-2 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Faine Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Stringer St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1455
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1455
Gr: K-6 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Girard Intermediate School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 Girard Ave
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1426
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1426
Gr: 3-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Barnabas School Of Leadership
Charter School
280 Headland Ave
Dothan, AL 36303
(901) 870-5081
Dothan, AL 36303
(901) 870-5081
Rank: n/an/a
1001 Webb Road
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1432
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1432
Gr: 9 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Dothan Technology Center
Vocational School
3165 Reeves St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1436
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1436
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
Houston County Alternative School
Alternative School
315 N Foster St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 671-9295
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 671-9295
Gr: K-12
36303, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montana Street Magnet School (Closed 2020)
Magnet School
1001 Montana St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1475
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1475
Gr: K-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 36303, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 36303, AL include Kelly Springs Elementary School, Dothan High School and Morris Slingluff Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 36303?
10 public schools are located in 36303.
What percentage of students in 36303 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 36303 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36303?
36303 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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