Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Howard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Howard Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#403 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
96%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Elementary School is ranked #403 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Howard Elementary School?
432 students attend Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Howard Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 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 lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Howard Elementary School offer ?
Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard Elementary School part of?
Howard Elementary School is part of Dearborn City School District.
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