Dothan High School ranked #887 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from its peak rank of #405 in 2010 and #422 in 2014, placing it in the bottom 50% statewide in recent years.
Math proficiency was 19%, reading proficiency 28%, and science proficiency 27% in 2023; all scores were lower than the Alabama state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38%, respectively, with math and reading showing a downward trend since 2013.
Enrollment increased to 1,459 students in 2023 with minority enrollment representing approximately 69%, including 839 Black and 129 Hispanic students, and a high percentage (64%) eligible for free lunch, reflecting socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 10 through 12 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in 2023, maintained graduation rates around 89%, roughly equal to the state average, through the past decade.
As a Title I eligible institution within Dothan City Public Schools, the school did not offer virtual instruction and experienced steady growth in students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch from 20% in 2001 to nearly 69% in 2023.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northview High School serves the northern part of Dothan, AL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 50.9 square miles, with most students typically living within a 10-15 minute drive of the school and an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dothan High School's student population of 1,588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,588 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Motto
For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack.
School Rankings
Dothan High School 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 High School is 0.57, 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
#887 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 High School's ranking?
Dothan High School is ranked #887 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Dothan High School often compared to?
Dothan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rehobeth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dothan High School?
The graduation rate of Dothan High School is 89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dothan High School?
1,588 students attend Dothan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dothan High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dothan High School?
Dothan High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dothan High School offer ?
Dothan High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dothan High School part of?
Dothan High School is part of Dothan City School District.
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