At a glance
Reported students
299
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
20.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kentucky elementary enrollment
21st percentile
Compared with 718 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
282.5
Howell Elementary School: 299 reported students.
State peer staffing position
51st percentile
14.6:1 reported; state peer median 14.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 289
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.8:1
What the reported data says about Howell Elementary School
Howell Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Elsmere. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Erlanger-Elsmere Independent. NCES reports 299 students for 2024–25.
Among 718 elementary schools in Kentucky with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 436.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 21st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.6:1, close to the Kentucky median of 14.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (58.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (17.7%). English learners represent 12.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Howell Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 14.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 20.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 12.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 94.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White58.9%
- Hispanic17.7%
- Black9%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial13.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Erlanger-Elsmere Independent
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lindeman Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
287 reported students
Miles Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
278 reported students
Arnett Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
253 reported students
Tichenor Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
505 reported students
Bartlett Educational Center
High · Grades 06–12
58 reported students
Early Learning Center
Other · Grades PK–PK
40 reported students
Public schools near Howell Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arnett Elementary School Elementary · Erlanger-Elsmere Independent | PK–05 | 253 | 0.4 mi |
| Miles Elementary School Elementary · Erlanger-Elsmere Independent | KG–05 | 278 | 0.8 mi |
| James A Caywood Elementary School Elementary · Kenton County | PK–05 | 582 | 1.1 mi |
| Hillard Collins Elementary School Elementary · Boone County | PK–05 | 571 | 1.3 mi |
| Florence Elementary School Elementary · Boone County | PK–05 | 610 | 1.6 mi |
| Lindeman Elementary School Elementary · Erlanger-Elsmere Independent | KG–05 | 287 | 1.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Howell Elementary School
What grades does Howell Elementary School serve?
Howell Elementary School reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Erlanger-Elsmere Independent.
How many students attend Howell Elementary School?
Howell Elementary School reported 299 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 21st percentile among 718 Kentucky elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 289 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Howell Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 14.6:1, based on 299 students and 20.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kentucky median for the same school level is 14.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Howell Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Howell Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Erlanger-Elsmere Independent attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Howell Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
94.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Howell Elementary School in?
Howell Elementary School is part of Erlanger-Elsmere Independent, based in Erlanger, KY, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Howell Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Arnett Elementary School (0.4 mi), Miles Elementary School (0.8 mi), James A Caywood Elementary School (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.