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Ranked 200 of 215 in Alabama
Top schools in DothanRanked 200 of 215 in Alabama
See top schools in DothanEstablished at 1901 Stringer Street, Jerry Lee Faine Elementary serves grades K-6 with a student enrollment of 413 students. It is part of Dothan City Schools. The district ranks Faine Elementary #7-9 in Dothan City Elementary Schools. The student-teacher ratio is 17. This is a school average above the district average. The school has 25 teachers who are considered full-time. There is also 1 counselor who works full-time to support students. At Faine Elementary, 1% of students are proficient in math 11% percent of students are proficient in reading. The school has a 96% minority enrollment. Ninety-seven percent of students are economically disadvantaged. The student body has a mixed-gender ratio of 47% female and 53% male. One of the recent developments was a brand-new modern playground to promote recreation. Principal Tina Garst identifies growth, engagement, and excellence as three key priorities of the school. She embraces one of the outstanding elementary groups in Alabama.
354 Students
With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1
25%
Percentage of minority students
367 : 1
Student to counselor ratio
New Playground Name
We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....
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Read MoreAll Grades: 7:40 AM - 2:30 PM
Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM
Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.
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September to June
School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.
Being Updated
On April 11, 2025, Jerry Lee Faine Elementary opened its new playground filled with bright-colored equipment and safer play areas. Principal Tina Garst received her NAESP Pre-K–3 certification in May. The school will conduct a Community Listening Session on September 30, 2025 that will engage families to support and enhance student learning and school-community partnerships.
Q1: What are the distinctive features of Jerry Lee Faine Elementary?
A: The school emphasizes character development and fostering a supportive environment.
Q2: Does the school integrate tech in its teaching?
A: Tech is part of the school's teaching approach, preparing students for a tech-driven world.
Q3: What steps are taken to support students moving from Faine to middle school?
A: The school coordinates with associated middle schools to help students move to the next level.
Q4: Does the school provide resources for high-achieving students?
A: The school has a special program for gifted students.
Q5: What type of school is Jerry Lee Faine Elementary?
A: It is a public school within the Dothan City Schools system.
Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.
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