Dora High School in Dora, AL serves 462 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 5%, which is significantly lower than the Alabama state average of 30% and the Walker County district average of 25%.
Reading proficiency stands between 15–19%, also lower than the state average of 47% and district average of 44%.
Graduation rates range from 85–89%, approximately equal to the district average of 86% but slightly below the state average of 88%.
Enrollment has remained relatively stable around 462 students with minority enrollment at 16%, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 68% in 2023, indicating a shift in socioeconomic composition over recent years.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dora High School's student population of 462 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Motto
Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.
School Rankings
Dora High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dora High School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1194 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
12%
32%
White
84%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dora High School's ranking?
Dora High School is ranked #1194 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Dora High School often compared to?
Dora High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shades Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dora High School?
The graduation rate of Dora High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Dora High School?
462 students attend Dora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Dora High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dora High School?
Dora High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dora High School offer ?
Dora High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dora High School part of?
Dora High School is part of Walker County School District.
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