For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,910 students in 36303, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36303, AL are Kelly Springs Elementary School, Morris Slingluff Elementary School and Girard Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 36303 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36303, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36303, AL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kelly Springs Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1124 Kelly Springs Rd
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 983-6565
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 983-6565
Grades: K-6
| 533 students
Rank: #22.
Morris Slingluff Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4130 Westgate Parkway
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1479
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1479
Grades: K-6
| 290 students
Rank: #33.
Girard Primary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
522 Girard Ave
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1467
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1467
Grades: K-2
| 353 students
Rank: #44.
Girard Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 Girard Ave
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1426
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1426
Grades: 3-6
| 321 students
Rank: #55.
Faine Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Stringer St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1455
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1455
Grades: K-6
| 413 students
Rank: n/an/a
Barnabas School Of Leadership
Charter School
280 Headland Ave
Dothan, AL 36303
(901) 870-5081
Dothan, AL 36303
(901) 870-5081
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Houston County Alternative School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
315 N Foster St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 671-9295
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 671-9295
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
36303, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Montana Street Magnet School (Closed 2020)
Magnet School
1001 Montana St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1475
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1475
Grades: K-5
| 491 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 36303, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 36303, AL include Kelly Springs Elementary School, Morris Slingluff Elementary School and Girard Primary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36303?
7 public elementary schools are located in 36303.
What is the racial composition of students in 36303?
36303 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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