FLORENCE HOWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Florence Howard Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mobile County school district, located in Mobile, AL with about 436 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 21 teachers, Florence Howard Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Florence Howard Elementary School is a public school located in Mobile, Alabama, and operates under the jurisdiction of the Mobile County Public School System (MCPSS). Situated on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, the school serves a diverse community, providing foundational education to elementary-aged students within the district. As part of the largest school system in Alabama, the institution focuses on delivering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for middle school through core academic instruction and supportive learning environments.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Mobile community and benefits from the resources and oversight provided by the MCPSS network. Like many schools in the district, Florence Howard Elementary emphasizes the importance of academic growth, student engagement, and the development of essential social skills. For families and community members interested in specific programming, enrollment procedures, or academic calendars, the school maintains an official presence through the broader district website at [http://www.mcpss.com](http://www.mcpss.com), where parents can find up-to-date information regarding school policies and district-wide initiatives.

For more information, contact Florence Howard Elementary School at (251) 221-1406 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.