Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walter B Howard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter B Howard Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in New Lebanon, NY, encompassing approximately 79.1 square miles and featuring a typical drive time of 10-15 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 5.3 miles, with the furthest point reaching 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter B Howard Elementary School's student population of 238 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
238 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter B Howard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter B Howard Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#2229 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter B Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Walter B Howard Elementary School is ranked #2229 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
238 students attend Walter B Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Walter B Howard Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 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 10:1, 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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