TUGGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tuggle Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Birmingham City school district, located in Birmingham, AL with about 535 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 30 teachers, Tuggle Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Tuggle Elementary School, located in the Smithfield neighborhood of Birmingham, Alabama, is a core institution within the Birmingham City Schools district. Serving students in the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth and social development. The school’s mission is centered on creating a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential through a structured curriculum and supportive classroom settings.

As part of the broader Birmingham public school system, Tuggle Elementary focuses on preparing young learners for middle school success by fostering essential literacy and numeracy skills. The school plays an active role in its community, often serving as a hub for local families and participating in district-wide initiatives designed to improve student outcomes. By integrating traditional instruction with various extracurricular opportunities, Tuggle strives to build a well-rounded educational experience for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Tuggle Elementary School at (205) 231-2675 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.