JEFFERSON EC CTR

JEFFERSON EC CTR is a Title I public prekindergarten school that is part of the MCALESTER school district, located in McAlester, OK with about 174 students. 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 10 teachers, JEFFERSON EC CTR 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.

The Jefferson Early Childhood Center, located in McAlester, Oklahoma, serves as a foundational educational facility dedicated to the district’s youngest learners. As part of the McAlester Public Schools system, the center focuses on providing a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment designed to prepare children for their transition into elementary school. The curriculum is specifically tailored to foster early academic skills, social-emotional growth, and foundational learning habits during these critical formative years.

Beyond academic instruction, the Jefferson Early Childhood Center emphasizes the importance of community and parent involvement in a child’s early education. By maintaining a structured yet engaging classroom atmosphere, the school aims to build a strong educational baseline for students in the McAlester area. For families seeking more specific information regarding enrollment, programs, or school policies, the district’s official website at [www.mcalester.k12.ok.us](http://www.mcalester.k12.ok.us) serves as the primary resource for updates and administrative contact details.

For more information, contact JEFFERSON EC CTR at (918) 423-5963 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.