Serving 275 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Howard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon 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 Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Howard Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1079 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
44%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
48%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Medford SD 549c School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Elementary School is ranked #1079 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Howard Elementary School?
275 students attend Howard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Howard Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard Elementary School?
Howard Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Howard Elementary School offer ?
Howard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard Elementary School part of?
Howard Elementary School is part of Medford SD 549c School District.
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