Dothan High School vs Headland High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 9.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dothan High School
Dothan · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,588 students
Headland High School
Headland · Public high · Grades 10–12
442 students
| Measure | Dothan High School Dothan, Alabama | Headland High School Headland, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #189 of 304 | #75 of 304 |
| National rank | #12402 of 16,910 | #7925 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 1,588 | 442 |
| Enrollment | 1,588 | 442 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.5% | 40.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 42% |
| city | Dothan | Headland |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Headland High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.7 vs 34.1).
- •Headland High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Headland High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Headland High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.7% vs 61.5%).
- •Headland High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 18.9).
- •Dothan High School is the larger school with 1,588 students compared with 442.
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 Dothan High School better than Headland High School?
On the Success Index (US), Headland High School ranks higher (51.7 vs 34.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dothan High School and Headland High School?
About 9.9 km in a straight line, between Dothan and Headland in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dothan High School: 1,588. Headland High School: 442. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dothan High School and Headland High School rank in Alabama?
Dothan High School is 189th of 304 and Headland High School is 75th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).