Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr Howard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Dr Howard Elementary School's student population of 380 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
All for the kids.
Dr Howard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Howard Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1255 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
47%
17%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Dr Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Howard Elementary School is ranked #1255 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dr Howard Elementary School often compared to?
Dr Howard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dr Howard Elementary School?
380 students attend Dr Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Dr Howard Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Howard Elementary School?
Dr Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dr Howard Elementary School offer ?
Dr Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dr Howard Elementary School part of?
Dr Howard Elementary School is part of Champaign Community Unit School District 4.
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