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#155 of 207 private schools in AL

New Day Academy

School

700 E COTTONWOOD RD, Dothan, AL 36301

Private

Enrollment

56

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.6

Grades

4th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#155 of 207

In Dothan

#4 of 5

public schools

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New Day Academy

5.6/10

School in Dothan · grades 4th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Carver School of Mathematics Science and Technology

8.8/10

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6.6/10

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About New Day Academy

New Day Academy is a private school in Dothan, AL. New Day Academy serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. New Day Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #155 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares0.8 pts below AL schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • AL avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 56 students, New Day Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

New Day Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How New Day Academy compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Dothan, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
This School
vs
17.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
56
This School
vs
560
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 51.8% vs 0%
White 42.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.4% vs 0%
New Day Academy Dothan Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
New Day Academy (this school) 5.6
Carver School of Mathematics Science and Technology 8.8
Dothan Preparatory Academy 6.6
Dothan City Virtual School 4.0
Selma Street Elementary School 7.0
Beverlye Intermediate School 5.0
Faine Elementary School 4.5
Carver 9th Grade Academy 3.8
Heard Elementary School 6.1
Girard Intermediate School 4.8
Dothan High School 3.6
Morris Slingluff Elementary School 5.3
Highlands Elementary School 8.0
Rehobeth Elementary School 7.0
Kelly Springs Elementary School 6.1
Rehobeth High School 5.1

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 55%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Enrollment 56
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 51.8%
White 42.9%
Hispanic 5.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

700 E COTTONWOOD RD, Dothan, AL 36301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Day Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOUSTON ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NORTHSIDE METHODIST CHURCH & ACADEMY (rated 4.7/10, 5.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dothan, see our Dothan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Carver School of Mathematics Science and Technology Dothan 0.6 mi 8.8
Dothan Preparatory Academy Dothan 0.7 mi 6.6
Dothan City Virtual School Dothan 0.7 mi 4.0
Houston County Virtual Academy Newton 1.8 mi 2.3
Selma Street Elementary School Dothan 1.8 mi 7.0
DOTHAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dothan 2.0 mi
Beverlye Intermediate School Dothan 2.0 mi 5.0
Faine Elementary School Dothan 2.2 mi 4.5
Carver 9th Grade Academy Dothan 2.3 mi 3.8
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dothan 2.4 mi 7.2
Hidden Lake Primary School Dothan 2.3 mi 7.6
Heard Elementary School Dothan 2.8 mi 6.1
Dothan City Early Education Center Dothan 2.9 mi 5.3
Girard Primary School Dothan 3.3 mi 4.5
Girard Intermediate School Dothan 3.4 mi 4.8
WESTGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dothan 4.0 mi 6.8
Dothan High School Dothan 4.4 mi 3.6
Morris Slingluff Elementary School Dothan 4.7 mi 5.3
NORTHSIDE METHODIST CHURCH & ACADEMY Dothan 5.0 mi 4.7
HOUSTON ACADEMY Dothan 4.7 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,124

Median Home Value

$156,100

Median Rent

$886/mo

Population

38,627

College Educated

17.8%

Homeownership

58.3%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

21.8%

Median Age

39.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Killen, AL 5.4
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Roanoke, AL 5.8
KNOLLWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sylacauga, AL 5.8
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Troy, AL 5.8
THE CHANTICLEER LEARNING CENTER Opelika, AL 5.3
HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bessemer, AL 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Day Academy

What grades does New Day Academy serve?

New Day Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.

How many students attend New Day Academy?

New Day Academy has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Day Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at New Day Academy is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does New Day Academy rank in AL?

New Day Academy ranks #155 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is New Day Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

New Day Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is New Day Academy a private school?

Yes, New Day Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is New Day Academy a religious school?

No, New Day Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
56
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Houston County

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