Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Howard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Howard Elementary School's student population of 361 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#744 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
48%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
49%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Howard Elementary School often compared to?
Howard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarmar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Howard Elementary School?
361 students attend Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Howard Elementary School students are White, 48% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard Elementary School?
Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Howard Elementary School offer ?
Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard Elementary School part of?
Howard Elementary School is part of Fremont Public Schools.
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