Needs Improvement
#1254 of 1,356 schools in AL
Carver 9th Grade Academy
School · Dothan City
1001 Webb Road, Dothan, AL 36303
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 16 schools in Dothan. Learn more
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 9th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#1,254 of 1,356
In Dothan
#17 of 18
public schools
In district
#15 of 16
Dothan City
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Carver 9th Grade Academy
School in Dothan · grades 9th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carver 9th Grade Academy
Carver 9th Grade Academy is a public school in Dothan, AL, part of Dothan City. Carver 9th Grade Academy serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades 9th-9th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver 9th Grade Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,254 of 1,356 schools in AL.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- AL avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Carver 9th Grade Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Carver 9th Grade Academy Compares
See how Carver 9th Grade Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1001 Webb Road, Dothan, AL 36303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver 9th Grade Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Carver School of Mathematics Science and Technology (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hidden Lake Primary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dothan, see our Dothan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Faine Elementary School Dothan | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Houston County Virtual Academy Newton | 1.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Dothan High School Dothan | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Dothan Preparatory Academy Dothan | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Dothan City Virtual School Dothan | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| NEW DAY ACADEMY Dothan | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| DOTHAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dothan | 2.0 mi | — |
| Morris Slingluff Elementary School Dothan | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Carver School of Mathematics Science and Technology Dothan | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Girard Primary School Dothan | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Girard Intermediate School Dothan | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Beverlye Intermediate School Dothan | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Selma Street Elementary School Dothan | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Hidden Lake Primary School Dothan | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Heard Elementary School Dothan | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| WESTGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dothan | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dothan | 4.3 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTHSIDE METHODIST CHURCH & ACADEMY Dothan | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Dothan City Early Education Center Dothan | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| HOUSTON ACADEMY Dothan | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,006
Median Home Value
$175,600
Median Rent
$855/mo
Population
30,388
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
38.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carver 9th Grade Academy
What grades does Carver 9th Grade Academy serve?
Carver 9th Grade Academy serves students in grades 9th through 9th.
How many students attend Carver 9th Grade Academy?
Carver 9th Grade Academy has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver 9th Grade Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver 9th Grade Academy is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carver 9th Grade Academy rank in AL?
Carver 9th Grade Academy ranks #1,254 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Carver 9th Grade Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver 9th Grade Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Carver 9th Grade Academy a charter school?
No, Carver 9th Grade Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carver 9th Grade Academy a Title I school?
No, Carver 9th Grade Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carver 9th Grade Academy?
76.8% of students at Carver 9th Grade Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 574
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Houston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (334) 794-1432
Resources & Links
District
Dothan City- District Enrollment
- 8,035
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,149
- District Rank
- #15 of 16
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