Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Howard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Howard Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#887 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
60%
15%
Black
13%
19%
White
14%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Elementary School is ranked #887 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Howard Elementary School?
253 students attend Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Howard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard Elementary School?
Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Howard Elementary School offer ?
Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Howard Elementary School part of?
Howard Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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