Serving 164 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Payne Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Payne Elementary School serves the eastern part of Selma, AL, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive from most locations within this zone, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Payne Elementary School's student population of 164 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
164 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Payne 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 Payne Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1086 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
99%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Payne Elementary School's ranking?
Payne Elementary School is ranked #1086 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Payne Elementary School?
164 students attend Payne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Payne Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Payne Elementary School?
Payne Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Payne Elementary School offer ?
Payne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Payne Elementary School part of?
Payne Elementary School is part of Selma City School District.
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