Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Howell Road School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howell Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Howell Road School's student population of 599 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howell Road School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howell Road School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1478 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
43%
10%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
25%
15%
White
6%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howell Road School's ranking?
Howell Road School is ranked #1478 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Howell Road School often compared to?
Howell Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James A Dever School, Willow Road School, Wheeler Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Howell Road School?
599 students attend Howell Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Howell Road School students are Asian, 25% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howell Road School?
Howell Road School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howell Road School offer ?
Howell Road School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howell Road School part of?
Howell Road School is part of Valley Stream 13 Union Free School District.
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