Dale County had 169 students ready for college in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Alabama Department of Education. This represents 77.5% of the 218 pupils in that year’s graduating cohort.
College readiness in the county decreased compared to the previous school year, when 204 students were considered prepared for college.
Across Dale County, Daleville High School stood out, with almost 78% of students set to graduate considered ready for college. Meanwhile, Carroll High School ranked last, with only 77.4% meeting the benchmark.
College readiness in the county varied based on students’ ethnicity. During the 2023-24 school year, while 29.8% of white students were considered ready for college, only 22% Black or African American students achieved the same status. These rankings may not reflect absolute accuracy, as data for small student groups may have been suppressed to protect student privacy.
Dale County had an overall graduation rate of 61.5%.
Alabama’s educational system was rated as one of the worst in the U.S., according to a 2023 study from Scholaroo. The state was ranked 46th based on factors such as school quality, student success, and teacher-to-student ratio.
| School name | No. of Students | College Readiness |
|---|---|---|
| Daleville High School | 59 | 78% |
| Carroll High School | 159 | 77.4% |
*Data for small student groups is suppressed to ensure privacy.
