Dothan 6th Grade Center
449 Students
Middle School 6th - 6th
School Overview
Girard Middle School, located at 600 Girard Ave in Dothan, Alabama, serves as a key educational institution within the Dothan City Schools district. The school focuses on providing a comprehensive academic environment tailored to the developmental needs of middle school students, typically bridging the gap between elementary education and high school preparation. By fostering a structured learning community, the school aims to support students in their transition through these formative years, emphasizing both scholastic achievement and personal growth.
In addition to its core curriculum, Girard Middle School functions as a vital part of the Dothan community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible public education. The school's operations and initiatives are centered on equipping students with the foundational skills necessary for future success, often integrating extracurricular opportunities and support services. Families and community members looking for detailed information regarding current academic calendars, faculty contact, or specific school policies can visit their official district website at http://www.dothan.k12.al.us/gms.
In addition to its core curriculum, Girard Middle School functions as a vital part of the Dothan community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible public education. The school's operations and initiatives are centered on equipping students with the foundational skills necessary for future success, often integrating extracurricular opportunities and support services. Families and community members looking for detailed information regarding current academic calendars, faculty contact, or specific school policies can visit their official district website at http://www.dothan.k12.al.us/gms.
449
Total Students
23.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 77 |
| Hispanic | 47 |
| Black | 306 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 8 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black306 (68.2%)
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White77 (17.1%)
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Hispanic47 (10.5%)
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Asian10 (2.2%)
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Two or More8 (1.8%)
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American Indian1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Dothan City |
| Phone: | (334)794-1426 |
| Website: | http://www.dothan.k12.al.us/gis |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 6th |
| Total Students: | 449 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 23.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 353 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
449
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 449 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 220 | 49% |
| Male | 229 | 51% |
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