Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walter B Howard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter B Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Walter B Howard Elementary School's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Walter B Howard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter B Howard Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2175 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
n/a
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter B Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Walter B Howard Elementary School is ranked #2175 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Walter B Howard Elementary School often compared to?
Walter B Howard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary E Dardess Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Walter B Howard Elementary School?
220 students attend Walter B Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Walter B Howard Elementary School students are White, 5% 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 Walter B Howard Elementary School?
Walter B Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walter B Howard Elementary School offer ?
Walter B Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walter B Howard Elementary School part of?
Walter B Howard Elementary School is part of New Lebanon Central School District.
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