PAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Payne Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Selma City school district, located in Selma, AL with about 228 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, Payne Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Payne Elementary School, located on North Franklin Street in Selma, Alabama, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Selma City Schools district. As a public elementary school, it is committed to fostering academic growth and character development for young learners in the local community. The school focuses on building essential literacy and numeracy skills while providing a structured environment that encourages students to succeed at their grade level.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, Payne Elementary plays an integral role in the social and developmental lives of its students. By partnering with families and the surrounding Selma community, the school strives to create a supportive culture that values inclusivity, student engagement, and preparation for future academic challenges. Through its website and administrative resources, the school maintains communication with parents to ensure that students receive the guidance and support necessary to thrive throughout their primary education.

For more information, contact Payne Elementary School at (334) 874-1660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.