Serving 1,485 students in grades 9-12, The Howard School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Howard School's student population of 1,485 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Howard School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Howard School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1654 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
57%
14%
Black
38%
21%
White
2%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Howard School's ranking?
The Howard School is ranked #1654 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are The Howard School often compared to?
The Howard Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hixson High School, Brainerd High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Howard School?
The graduation rate of The Howard School is 70%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend The Howard School?
1,485 students attend The Howard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of The Howard School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Howard School?
The Howard School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Howard School offer ?
The Howard School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is The Howard School part of?
The Howard School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is The Howard School located?
The Howard School is located in the Mary Walker Towers neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Mary Walker Towers.
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