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Best 36301 Alabama Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,007 students in 36301, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 132 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 36301, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 36301, AL are Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology, Rehobeth Elementary School and Hidden Lake Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 36301 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 36301, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).

Best 36301, AL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology
(Math: 75% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
303 Rollins Avenue
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 794-1440
Gr: 3-6 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Rehobeth Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5631 County Road 203
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 677-3838
Gr: 4-6 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Hidden Lake Primary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1475 Prevatt Rd
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 794-1491
Gr: K-2 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Rehobeth Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5631 County Road 203
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 677-5153
Gr: 7-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Heard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
201 Daniel Cir
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 794-1471
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Rehobeth High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
373 Malvern Road
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 677-7002
Gr: 9-12 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #77.
Selma Street Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1501 W Selma St
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 794-1463
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Dothan City Virtual School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
323 W Selma Street
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 794-7444
Gr: 7-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #99.
Beverlye Intermediate School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1025 S Beverlye Rd
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 794-1432
Gr: 3-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Dothan City Early Education Center
1665 Honeysuckle Road
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 794-1420
Gr: PK | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Houston County Area Vocational Center
Vocational School
662 West Main
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 899-3308
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Pass Academy
Alternative School
323 W Selma Street
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 671-1474
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Rehobeth Primary School
5525 County Road 203
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 677-5153
Gr: PK-3 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 36301, AL?
How many public schools are located in 36301?
13 public schools are located in 36301.
What percentage of students in 36301 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 36301 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 36301?
36301 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).

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