Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Howe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Howe Elementary School serves the northwest part of Chicago, IL, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 0.3 square miles. This area is typically a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.5 miles from the campus.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howe Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howe Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3446 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
78%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howe Elementary School's ranking?
Howe Elementary School is ranked #3446 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Howe Elementary School often compared to?
Howe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stowe Elementary School, Mason Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Howe Elementary School?
341 students attend Howe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Howe Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howe Elementary School?
Howe Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Howe Elementary School offer ?
Howe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Howe Elementary School part of?
Howe Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Howe Elementary School located?
Howe Elementary School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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