HOWELL GRAVES PRESCHOOL

Howell Graves Preschool is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Muscle Shoals City school district, located in Muscle Shoals, AL with about 264 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten. 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 19 teachers, Howell Graves Preschool has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Howell Graves Preschool, located in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, serves as the foundational early childhood education center for the Muscle Shoals City School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment designed to prepare young children for their transition into elementary education. By focusing on essential social, emotional, and cognitive milestones, the preschool aims to build a strong academic foundation while encouraging curiosity and a love for learning in its students.

As part of the broader Muscle Shoals City Schools system, Howell Graves Preschool benefits from the district's commitment to excellence and community engagement. The school’s curriculum is structured to support the diverse needs of its students, emphasizing foundational literacy, numeracy, and interpersonal skills. Parents and guardians interested in enrollment or specific program details are encouraged to visit the official district website at http://www.mscs.k12.al.us for information regarding registration, school policies, and updates on district-wide initiatives.

For more information, contact Howell Graves Preschool at (256) 389-2630 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.