Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells serves 27 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 74%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
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School Overview
Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells's student population of 27 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)60-79%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥80%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Hispanic
7%
23%
White
93%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% NE state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% NE state average).
How many students attend Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells?
27 students attend Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells?
Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells offer ?
Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells part of?
Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells is part of Howells-Dodge Consolidated Schools.
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