For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 326 students in 36303, AL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 36303, AL is Faine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 36303 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36303, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36303, AL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
36303, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montana Street Magnet School (Closed 2020)
Magnet School
1001 Montana St
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1475
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-1475
Gr: K-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36303, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36303, AL include Faine Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36303?
1 public preschools are located in 36303.
What is the racial composition of students in 36303?
36303 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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