Phoenix School in Selma, AL, is an alternative school serving grades 4 through 11 with Title I eligibility and participation in the National School Lunch Program.
Math proficiency declined notably from 79% in 2013 to 24% in 2023, which is lower than the state average of 30% but higher than the district average of 9%.
Reading proficiency decreased from 85% in 2011 to 57% in 2022 but remains higher than the state average of 47% and district average of 26%.
Science proficiency improved from 45% in 2021 to 60% in 2022, exceeding the state average of 38% and district average of 13% in 2022.
Graduation rates showed a decline from 90% between 2017–2019 to 80% in 2022–2023, which is lower than the state average of 88%; the district rate was 76% in 2023.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-11
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (05-06)
56 students
Total Classroom Teachers (08-09)
3 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(05-06)n/a
1%
Asian
(05-06)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(05-06)n/a
3%
Black
(05-06)100%
36%
White
(05-06)n/a
59%
Hawaiian
(05-06)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(05-06)n/a
n/a
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (05-06)
98%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions How many students attend Phoenix School?
56 students attend Phoenix School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Phoenix School students are Black.
What grades does Phoenix School offer ?
Phoenix School offers enrollment in grades 4-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phoenix School part of?
Phoenix School is part of Selma City School District.
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