Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Howard Tanner ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Howard Tanner serves the northwest part of Paramount, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles, with most families typically located within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.5 miles, reaching up to 0.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard Tanner's student population of 428 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
428 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howard Tanner ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Tanner is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5965 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Tanner's ranking?
Howard Tanner is ranked #5965 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Howard Tanner?
428 students attend Howard Tanner.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Howard Tanner students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard Tanner?
Howard Tanner has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Howard Tanner offer ?
Howard Tanner offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Howard Tanner part of?
Howard Tanner is part of Paramount Unified School District.
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