For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 601 students in 36305, AL (there are , serving 595 private students). 50% 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 49% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), 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 10% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 36305, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highlands Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 S Brannon Stand Rd
Dothan, AL 36305
(334) 794-1459
Dothan, AL 36305
(334) 794-1459
Gr: K-6 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
36305, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1665 Honeysuckle Rd
Dothan, AL 36305
(334) 794-1420
Dothan, AL 36305
(334) 794-1420
Gr: 6-8 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
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?
50% 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 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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