Serving 1,328 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 3% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to 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 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Howard School's student population of 1,328 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Howard School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Howard School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1653 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
55%
13%
Black
40%
21%
White
2%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
67%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
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 #1653 out of 1,721 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Howard School?
The graduation rate of The Howard School is 67%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend The Howard School?
1,328 students attend The Howard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of The Howard School students are Hispanic, 40% 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 15:1, which is equal to 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.
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