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Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Donoho School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Sports offered
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
83%
Average Class Size
11 students
Number of AP Courses
11 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Biology, Calculus AB, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, French, Microeconomics, Spanish, US Government, US History
Average SAT score
1320
Average ACT score
28
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Graduated scale ranging from $4755 for PK4 to $9494 for grades 9-12
Admissions Director
Mrs. Katie Newton
Admissions Associate
Sunnie Cotton
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic teams, Band, Chorus, Drama, Fellowship of Christian Students, FOCUS Club, Forensics, Honor Council, National Honor Society, Student Government Association
School Notes
- Ranked the 4th Best Independent School in the state of Alabama two years running (niche.com)
- Donoho provides an outstanding college preparatory experience, 22 athletics teams, highest-caliber fine arts, and numerous opportunities for student enrichment and community service.
- Donoho enjoys a record of 100 percent acceptance of its students into college
- The Donoho School averages a 27.5 ACT composite, while the state of Alabama's independent school averages a 22 composite.
- The academic facilities are designed to accommodate the college preparatory program and accentuate the learning environment.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does The Donoho School offer?
The Donoho School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. The Donoho School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for most sports offered.
What is The Donoho School's ranking?
The Donoho School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for The Donoho School?
The application deadline for The Donoho School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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