Howe Elementary School serves 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70-74% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 65-69% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 80%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2003–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2003–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)70-74%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)65-69%
80%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2001–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Black
99%
18%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2001–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
45%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 80% MI state average).
How many students attend Howe Elementary School?
334 students attend Howe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Howe Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howe Elementary School?
Howe Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Howe Elementary School offer ?
Howe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Howe Elementary School part of?
Howe Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
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