School of Discovery in Selma, Alabama on DonorsChoose

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About this school

School of Discovery is a public school in Selma, Alabama that is part of Selma City School District. Its teachers have had 3 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

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Public School

Grades Not specified

# of students unavailable

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400 Washington St

Selma, AL 36703 View local requests

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Ms. Barrett

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School of Discovery Demographics

85%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

93%

of students are Black, Latino, Native American, or Asian

Schools in districts that mainly serve students of color receive substantially less state and local support than similar districts that serve primarily White students. Learn more about this gap, why it exists, and how you can help close it.

School of Discovery Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Nov 2, 2026

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