D−
Howe Elem School
PublicElementaryGrades PK–8
720 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644 · (773) 534-6060 · Part of Chicago Public School District 299
Students
341
Students per teacher
11:1
Free or reduced lunch
83%
Setting
City
Grades
PK–8
What stands out about Howe Elem School
- School Grade D−: test results are near the bottom of the state
- Math proficiency 23 pts below the state
- Reading / language arts 28 pts below the state
- Small classes: 11:1 students per teacher
- Enrollment down 12.1% since 2020
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency2.5%
State average 25.9%
Reading / language arts2.5%
State average 30.7%
Location
Directions ↗
720 N Lorel Ave, Chicago
Students
Enrollment by grade
Pre-K33
Kindergarten25
Grade 130
Grade 249
Grade 336
Grade 435
Grade 533
Grade 638
Grade 726
Grade 834
Grade 92
Enrollment over time
388’20
402’21
382’22
354’23
341’24
Down 12.1% since 2020.
Who goes here
Black 78%Hispanic 19%White 2%Two or more races <1%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.