Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr Howard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois 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 approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Howard Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Champaign, IL, covering approximately 80.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Howard Elementary School's student population of 426 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Dr Howard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Howard Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1255 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
48%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Howard Elementary School is ranked #1255 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dr Howard Elementary School often compared to?
Dr Howard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School, Kenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dr Howard Elementary School?
426 students attend Dr Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dr Howard Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Howard Elementary School?
Dr Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dr Howard Elementary School offer ?
Dr Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dr Howard Elementary School part of?
Dr Howard Elementary School is part of Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
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