Faine Elementary School, a Dothan City public school serving grades K–6 with 354 students, ranks in the bottom 50% of Alabama schools as of 2023, declining from a rank of #866 in 2010 to #1206 in 2023.
Math proficiency was between 6–9%, reading proficiency was 11%, and science proficiency was 10% or less; all rates were lower than the Alabama state averages in recent reporting years.
Enrollment at Faine Elementary was 354 with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 in 2023; 98% of students were minorities and 96% were eligible for free lunch, reflecting high socioeconomic need.
The school experienced fluctuating enrollment and staff changes over the past decade with enrollment peaking near 431 in 2015 and free lunch eligibility rising from 55% in 2000 to consistently above 90% since 2010.
Faine Elementary is an active Title I school without virtual instruction options, operating in a predominantly Black student community in this Alabama public elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Faine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Faine Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower Everyone Everyday
School Rankings
Faine Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Faine Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1206 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
94%
32%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Faine Elementary School's ranking?
Faine Elementary School is ranked #1206 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Faine Elementary School often compared to?
Faine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverlye Intermediate School, Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Faine Elementary School?
354 students attend Faine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Faine Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Faine Elementary School?
Faine Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Faine Elementary School offer ?
Faine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Faine Elementary School part of?
Faine Elementary School is part of Dothan City School District.
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