Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Howard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Howard Elementary School's student population of 580 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#566 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
14%
21%
White
60%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Howard Elementary School often compared to?
Howard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Station Camp Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Howard Elementary School?
580 students attend Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Howard Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard Elementary School?
Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Howard Elementary School offer ?
Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard Elementary School part of?
Howard Elementary School is part of Sumner County School District.
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