Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Howard Norman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Norman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Howard Norman Elementary School's student population of 570 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Howard Norman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Norman Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3229 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
34%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Norman Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Norman Elementary School is ranked #3229 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Howard Norman Elementary School?
570 students attend Howard Norman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Howard Norman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard Norman Elementary School?
Howard Norman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Howard Norman Elementary School offer ?
Howard Norman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Howard Norman Elementary School part of?
Howard Norman Elementary School is part of Hutto Independent School District.
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