Serving 94 students in grades 6-8, Howard Connect Academy 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 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard Connect Academy's student population of 94 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
School Rankings
Howard Connect Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Connect Academy is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1548 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Hispanic
36%
16%
Black
55%
20%
White
7%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Connect Academy's ranking?
Howard Connect Academy is ranked #1548 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Howard Connect Academy?
94 students attend Howard Connect Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Howard Connect Academy students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Howard Connect Academy offer ?
Howard Connect Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard Connect Academy part of?
Howard Connect Academy is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard Connect Academy located?
Howard Connect Academy is located in the Mary Walker Towers neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Mary Walker Towers.
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