| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston County School District | Ashford | 9/10 Excellent · 83rd pct | 6,883 | 15 | PK–12 | 7 |
| Dothan City School District | Dothan | 4/10 Below Average · 34th pct | 8,254 | 18 | PK–12 | 3 |
How Houston County compares
Together they enroll 15,137 students across 33 schools. The largest is Dothan City School District with 8,254 students. Districts here average 6.5/10, above the Alabama average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 4/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Houston County, Alabama
Houston County has 2 public school districts covering 10 zip codes. The top-rated district in Houston County is Houston County School District (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Alabama. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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