Dothan Preparatory Academy

About Dothan Preparatory Academy

Dothan Preparatory Academy is an independent, college preparatory school in Dothan, Alabama. It is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The school serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th and offers a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum.
At Dothan Preparatory Academy, students are encouraged to develop their individual talents and interests. The school offers a variety of courses, including Advanced Placement classes, and provides students with the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities such as athletics, music, and visual arts.
Dothan Preparatory Academy is committed to providing an excellent education to its students. The school has a strong focus on academic achievement and offers a variety of support services to help students succeed. It also has a commitment to character development and encourages students to become active, responsible citizens.
Dothan Preparatory Academy is dedicated to preparing its students for success in college and beyond. The school provides a safe and nurturing environment for students to learn and grow. With its commitment to academic excellence, character development, and extracurricular activities, Dothan Preparatory Academy is an excellent choice for families looking for a quality education for their children.

Address:	1236 South Oates Street Fort Davis, AL 36031
Phone:	(334) 794-1400
Site:	–
Grades:	7 – 9
Enrollment:	1,690 students

Overview Dothan Preparatory Academy

Dothan Preparatory Academy serves 1,690 students in grades 7-9.
Dothan Preparatory Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Verdict on Dothan Preparatory Academy

Dothan Preparatory Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Dothan Preparatory Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.