Serving 389 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Dr Howard Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr Howard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Howard Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1273 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
41%
17%
White
23%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
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 #1273 out of 3,426 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
389 students attend Dr Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dr Howard Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 10% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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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