For the 2025 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 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
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 51±¬ÁÏs (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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