Serving 160 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Central Howell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Howell Elementary School serves the western part of its school district in Silverton, OR, covering an area of approximately 19.9 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the school from the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Howell Elementary School's student population of 160 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating All Children to Succeed
School Rankings
Central Howell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Howell Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#530 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Howell Elementary School's ranking?
Central Howell Elementary School is ranked #530 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Central Howell Elementary School?
160 students attend Central Howell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Central Howell Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Howell Elementary School?
Central Howell Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Howell Elementary School offer ?
Central Howell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Howell Elementary School part of?
Central Howell Elementary School is part of Silver Falls SD 4j School District.
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