Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Howell Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Howell Valley Elementary encompasses the entire school district in West Plains, MO, covering an area of approximately 62.1 square miles. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howell Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Howell Valley Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howell Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howell Valley Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
White
92%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Education is the Backbone of Democracy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howell Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Howell Valley Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Howell Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Howell Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Glenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Howell Valley Elementary School?
201 students attend Howell Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Howell Valley Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howell Valley Elementary School?
Howell Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Howell Valley Elementary School offer ?
Howell Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howell Valley Elementary School part of?
Howell Valley Elementary School is part of Howell Valley R-I School District.
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