Serving 742 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Regina Howell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Regina Howell Elementary serves the northern part of Beaumont, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Regina Howell Elementary School's student population of 742 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1983
School Motto
Every Moment Matters
School Rankings
Regina Howell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Regina Howell Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2340 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
42%
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Regina Howell Elementary School's ranking?
Regina Howell Elementary School is ranked #2340 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Regina Howell Elementary School often compared to?
Regina Howell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guess Elementary School, Amelia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Regina Howell Elementary School?
742 students attend Regina Howell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Regina Howell Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Regina Howell Elementary School?
Regina Howell Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Regina Howell Elementary School offer ?
Regina Howell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Regina Howell Elementary School part of?
Regina Howell Elementary School is part of Beaumont Independent School District.
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