Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Howe 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Howe Elementary School's student population of 390 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
Everybody Counts. Everybody Learns.
School Rankings
Howe 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 Howe Elementary School is 0.81, which is more 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
#3493 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
22%
31%
Black
21%
15%
White
22%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Schenectady City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howe Elementary School's ranking?
Howe Elementary School is ranked #3493 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Howe Elementary School?
390 students attend Howe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
22% of Howe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howe Elementary School?
Howe Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howe Elementary School offer ?
Howe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howe Elementary School part of?
Howe Elementary School is part of Schenectady City School District.
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