Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Howard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Howard Elementary School's student population of 471 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#826 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
87%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Elementary School is ranked #826 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Howard Elementary School?
471 students attend Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Howard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard Elementary School?
Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
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 Grand Island School District.
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