What grades does Dothan Preparatory Academy serve?

As a Middle school, Dothan Preparatory Academy serves students in Dothan, AL. The school is administered by Dothan City.

Where is Dothan Preparatory Academy located?

You can find Dothan Preparatory Academy in Dothan, AL.

What school district is Dothan Preparatory Academy in?

Dothan City is the school district for Dothan Preparatory Academy in Dothan, AL. The district oversees 18 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dothan Preparatory Academy?

At Dothan Preparatory Academy, there are approximately 17.1 students for every teacher.

How many schools are in Dothan City?

Dothan City includes 18 schools serving students in Dothan.

What schools are in Dothan, AL?

Dothan Preparatory Academy is among the schools serving Dothan, AL. The school is part of Dothan City.

What school district serves Dothan, AL?

The school district for Dothan, AL is Dothan City. Dothan Preparatory Academy and other schools are part of this district.

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Dothan Preparatory Academy — School Calendar 2026-27

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Dothan, AL 36031

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Mon

Labor DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Students ReturnEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

1st 9 Weeks Report CardEventDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

Veterans DayEventDistrict-wide

Nov

Thu

2nd 9 Weeks Progress ReportEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

7–8

Enrollment

1,046

Student:Teacher

17.1:1

Locale

Urban

District

Dothan City

Econ. Disadvantaged

77.3%

Phone

(334)794-1400

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

38%

32th percentile in AL

Math Proficiency

12%

26th percentile in AL

Chronic Absenteeism

16.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

183 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1

Near average in AL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,543

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

60.9

80% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,149

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,229

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,069

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 25%State 52%Local 24%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$190,138

+2.1% 1yr+31.7% 5yr

Dothan, AL metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

27.9%

Below 150% poverty line

5.3%

Unemployment rate

11.7%

Uninsured residents

12.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,486

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,432

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

679 (47%)

Other Health Impairment

227 (16%)

Speech/Language Impairment

220 (15%)

Autism

167 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

69 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

13 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,034

Current enrollment

Declining(-41% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Labor Day

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Fall Break

Break

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Students Return

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Dothan City. Dothan Preparatory Academy follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	1st 9 Weeks Progress ReportDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Teacher Work Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Students ReturnDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	1st 9 Weeks Report CardDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	2nd 9 Weeks Progress ReportDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	Dismissal at 12:00 p.m.District-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	Students ReturnDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Dismissal at 12:00 p.m.District-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Holiday BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Teacher Work Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Students ReturnDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	2nd 9 Weeks Report CardDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	3rd 9 Weeks Progress ReportDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Teacher Work Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	3rd 9 Weeks Report CardDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring Break District-wide	Break	—
Tue, Mar 30, 2027	Students ReturnDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	Teacher Work Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	3rd 9 Weeks Progress ReportDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	4th 9 Weeks Report CardDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	Last Day for StudentsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Last Day for 9+20District-wide	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Last Day for 9-Mo. EmployeesDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Jun 1, 2027	Last Day for 10-Mo. EmployeesDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Juneteenth ObservanceDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, Jun 22, 2027	Last Day for 11-Mo. EmployeesDistrict-wide	Event	—