Serving 125 students in grades 2-12, Howard School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 42:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Howard School's student population of 125 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We guide children and families home to experience God’s love by following the teachings of Christ.
School Rankings
Howard School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1132 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
43%
41%
White
48%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard School's ranking?
Howard School is ranked #1132 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howard School?
The graduation rate of Howard School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Howard School?
125 students attend Howard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Howard School students are White, 43% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard School?
Howard School has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Howard School offer ?
Howard School offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard School part of?
Howard School is part of Howard School District.
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