HOWARD EL

HOWARD EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALAMO HEIGHTS ISD school district, located in SAN ANTONIO, TX with about 391 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 27 teachers, HOWARD EL 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.

Howard Early Childhood Center (Howard ECC) is a specialized campus within the Alamo Heights Independent School District (AHISD) in San Antonio, Texas. Unlike traditional K-5 elementary schools, Howard serves as the district’s dedicated hub for its youngest learners, specifically catering to Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students. The school is renowned for its focus on early childhood development, utilizing a play-based and inquiry-driven curriculum designed to foster academic readiness while nurturing social-emotional growth in a developmentally appropriate setting.

The school is highly regarded for its inclusive and supportive environment, which emphasizes small class sizes and a low student-to-teacher ratio to ensure individualized attention. As a foundational pillar of the AHISD community, Howard ECC aims to build a strong educational baseline, preparing students for a seamless transition into the district’s primary elementary schools. With a mission centered on curiosity and discovery, the school provides a nurturing "first step" in the academic journey of students residing within the Alamo Heights community.

For more information, contact HOWARD EL at (210) 832-5900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.