Dale County High School vs Dothan High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dale County High School
Midland City · Public high · Grades 9–12
437 students
Dothan High School
Dothan · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,588 students
| Measure | Dale County High School Midland City, Alabama | Dothan High School Dothan, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #185 of 304 | #189 of 304 |
| National rank | #12277 of 16,910 | #12402 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 437 | 1,588 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 1,588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59% | 61.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| city | Midland City | Dothan |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.6 vs 34.1).
- •Dale County High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Dothan High School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 37%).
- •Dale County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59% vs 61.5%).
- •Dothan High School does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 19.0).
- •Dothan High School is the larger school with 1,588 students compared with 437.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dale County High School better than Dothan High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Dale County High School and Dothan High School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Midland City and Dothan in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dale County High School: 437. Dothan High School: 1,588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dale County High School and Dothan High School rank in Alabama?
Dale County High School is 185th of 304 and Dothan High School is 189th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).