Serving 233 students in grades 3-5, Howe Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howe Elementary School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howe Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howe Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
13%
12%
White
64%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howe Elementary School's ranking?
Howe Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Howe Elementary School often compared to?
Howe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dowling Elementary School, Hiawatha Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Howe Elementary School?
233 students attend Howe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Howe Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howe Elementary School?
Howe Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Howe Elementary School offer ?
Howe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Howe Elementary School part of?
Howe Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Howe Elementary School located?
Howe Elementary School is located in the Howe neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Howe.
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