Serving 1,964 students in grades 9-12, Howell High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Howell High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Howell, MI, covering approximately 158.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Howell High School's student population of 1,964 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,964 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howell High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howell High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1013 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howell High School's ranking?
Howell High School is ranked #1013 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Howell High School often compared to?
Howell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartland High School, Fowlerville High School, Brighton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howell High School?
The graduation rate of Howell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Howell High School?
1,964 students attend Howell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Howell High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howell High School?
Howell High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Howell High School offer ?
Howell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howell High School part of?
Howell High School is part of Howell School District.
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