Serving 710 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Howe Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howe Avenue Elementary School's student population of 710 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Howe Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howe Avenue Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9292 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howe Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Howe Avenue Elementary School is ranked #9292 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Howe Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Howe Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Howe Avenue Elementary School?
710 students attend Howe Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Howe Avenue Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howe Avenue Elementary School?
Howe Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Howe Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Howe Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Howe Avenue Elementary School part of?
Howe Avenue Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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