Daphne High School is a highly rated public high school in Daphne, Alabama, serving grades 9-12 with a focus on college preparatory programs and competitive athletics.
The school consistently earns high marks for academic performance. In 2023, U.S. News & World Report ranked it among the top 20% of high schools nationally. Its Advanced Placement (AP) program offers 20 courses, with 45% of students participating. The school's graduation rate stands at 95%, above both state and national averages.
Daphne High School competes in the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) Class 6A. Its football team has won four state championships since 2010. The school also fields competitive teams in basketball, baseball, softball, and soccer. The girls' golf team won the 2022 AHSAA state championship.
The school offers over 50 clubs and organizations, including a nationally recognized debate team and an award-winning marching band. Its student newspaper, *The Daphne Review*, has won multiple state journalism awards. The school's theater program produces three major productions annually.
Daphne High School opened its current campus in 2005, featuring a 1,200-seat auditorium, a 500-seat black-box theater, and a 3,500-seat stadium. The school also houses a modern science wing and a media center with 20,000 volumes. A $12 million renovation in 2018 added new classrooms and updated technology labs.
The school partners with local businesses for internships and job shadowing programs. Its annual "Dolphin Pride Day" raises funds for scholarships and facility improvements. In 2023, the school donated 5,000 hours of community service, earning it the Presidential Volunteer Service Award.
For another example of a successful high school in Alabama, see moore high school.