For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,052 students in 36303, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 36303, AL are Kelly Springs Elementary School, Morris Slingluff Elementary School and Girard Elementary 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 9% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 36303, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 36303, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kelly Springs Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1124 Kelly Springs Rd
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 983-6565
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 983-6565
Gr: K-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Morris Slingluff Elementary 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
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Girard Elementary 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
Gr: K-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Faine Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Stringer St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1455
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1455
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Dothan 6th Grade Center
(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
Gr: 6 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Houston County Alternative School
Alternative School
315 N Foster St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 671-9295
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 671-9295
Gr: K-12
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 Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 36303?
6 public elementary schools are located in 36303.
What is the racial composition of students in 36303?
36303 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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