Serving 280 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Howell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Howell Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howell Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1183 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
55%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howell Elementary School's ranking?
Howell Elementary School is ranked #1183 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Howell Elementary School often compared to?
Howell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arnett Elementary School, Lindeman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Howell Elementary School?
280 students attend Howell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Howell Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howell Elementary School?
Howell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Howell Elementary School offer ?
Howell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howell Elementary School part of?
Howell Elementary School is part of Erlanger-Elsmere Independent School District.
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