Girard Intermediate School ranked in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools in 2023 at #1215, showing a decline from its peak rank of #986 in 2012.
Math proficiency was 4%, reading proficiency 20%, and science proficiency 5%, all lower than the Alabama state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38% respectively in recent years.
Enrollment declined from 622 students in 2000 to 312 students in 2023, while minority enrollment remained high at 84%, with 93% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting significant socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 3–6 with a 2023 enrollment of 312 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1.
Graduation rates fluctuated around the mid–80% to low–90% range from 2013 to 2023, generally below or near the state average of about 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Girard Middle School serves the northern part of Dothan, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 50.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dothan 6th Grade Center's student population of 449 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Empower Everyone Everyday
School Rankings
Dothan 6th Grade Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dothan 6th Grade Center is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1215 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
68%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dothan 6th Grade Center's ranking?
Dothan 6th Grade Center is ranked #1215 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Dothan 6th Grade Center often compared to?
Dothan 6th Grade Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Beverlye Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Dothan 6th Grade Center?
449 students attend Dothan 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Dothan 6th Grade Center students are Black, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dothan 6th Grade Center?
Dothan 6th Grade Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dothan 6th Grade Center offer ?
Dothan 6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dothan 6th Grade Center part of?
Dothan 6th Grade Center is part of Dothan City School District.
School Reviews
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