Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Howard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Fort Howard Elementary School's student population of 257 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Fort Howard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Howard Elementary School is 0.80, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1618 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
24%
9%
White
21%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Howard Elementary School is ranked #1618 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Fort Howard Elementary School?
257 students attend Fort Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Fort Howard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Howard Elementary School?
Fort Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Howard Elementary School offer ?
Fort Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Howard Elementary School part of?
Fort Howard Elementary School is part of Green Bay Area Public School District.
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