Serving 87 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Howard Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Howard El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire district of Howard, PA, encompassing approximately 341.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 28.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Howard Elementary School's student population of 87 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
87 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#175 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
White
97%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Howard Elementary School often compared to?
Howard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wingate Elementary School, Mountaintop Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Howard Elementary School?
87 students attend Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Howard Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard Elementary School?
Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Howard Elementary School offer ?
Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howard Elementary School part of?
Howard Elementary School is part of Bald Eagle Area School District.
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