T R SIMMONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

T R Simmons Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jasper City school district, located in Jasper, AL with about 460 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 1st 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 32 teachers, T R Simmons Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

T.R. Simmons Elementary School, located on Viking Drive in Jasper, Alabama, is a key component of the Jasper City School District. Serving the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment for its young students. Its curriculum is designed to build a strong educational foundation, emphasizing core subjects while promoting social development and character building to prepare students for success in their future academic endeavors.

The school is known for its connection to the "Viking" identity—the mascot of the Jasper City school system—which helps foster a sense of school spirit and community pride among students, staff, and parents. By focusing on individualized instruction and maintaining an active partnership with families, T.R. Simmons strives to provide a safe and nurturing space where children can explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and transition smoothly into higher grade levels within the district.

For more information, contact T R Simmons Elementary School at (205) 387-2535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.