Very Good
#384 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 28% in state
Based on limited data
Howell Graves Preschool
Elementary School · Muscle Shoals City
3201 Alabama Ave, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on AL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#384 of 1,356
In Muscle Shoals
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Muscle Shoals City
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Howell Graves Preschool
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About Howell Graves Preschool
Howell Graves Preschool is a public elementary school in Muscle Shoals, AL, part of Muscle Shoals City. Howell Graves Preschool serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Howell Graves Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #384 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 9.0
- AL avg 7.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Howell Graves Preschool Compares
See how Howell Graves Preschool performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3201 Alabama Ave, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howell Graves Preschool may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Webster Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Park Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kilby Laboratory School (rated 9.4/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Muscle Shoals, see our Muscle Shoals schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35661 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,726
Median Home Value
$189,700
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
18,957
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Austinville Elementary School Decatur, AL | 7.8 |
| G W Trenholm Primary School Tuscumbia, AL | 7.8 |
| Madison County Elementary School Gurley, AL | 7.8 |
| Shelby Elementary School Shelby, AL | 7.8 |
| Tuggle Elementary School Birmingham, AL | 7.8 |
| University Charter School Elementary Livingston, AL | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howell Graves Preschool
What grades does Howell Graves Preschool serve?
Howell Graves Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Howell Graves Preschool?
Howell Graves Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howell Graves Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at Howell Graves Preschool is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howell Graves Preschool rank in AL?
Howell Graves Preschool ranks #384 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Howell Graves Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
Howell Graves Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Howell Graves Preschool a charter school?
No, Howell Graves Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howell Graves Preschool a Title I school?
No, Howell Graves Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howell Graves Preschool?
35.7% of students at Howell Graves Preschool qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Colbert County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (256) 389-2630
Resources & Links
District
Muscle Shoals City- District Enrollment
- 2,937
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,852
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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