Serving 4 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Howe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howe Elementary School's student population of 4 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Howe Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
75%
72%
Hawaiian
25%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% ID state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Howe Elementary School?
4 students attend Howe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Howe Elementary School students are White, and 25% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howe Elementary School?
Howe Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Howe Elementary School offer ?
Howe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howe Elementary School part of?
Howe Elementary School is part of Butte County Joint School District.
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