Best Schools in Howard, Kansas
2 schools · 2 Other
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West Elk Schools
Other · West Elk. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
West Elk Virtual Academy
Other · West Elk. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$83,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$83,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Howard
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Elk Schools | 6.2 / 10 |
| 2 | West Elk Virtual Academy | 3.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $63,750
- Median home value
- $83,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Howard compares
Median household income
$64k
89% of Kansas median
About Schools in Howard, Kansas
Howard, Kansas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Howard show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Howard is West Elk Schools with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Howard is served by 1 school district: West Elk. These districts collectively serve 607 students.
Howard's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,750. The poverty rate in the area is 25.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 375 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.2 |
| 2 | 232 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.8 |
Schools in Howard
Howard, Kansas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,750
Median Home Value
$83,900
Median Rent
$500/mo
Population
764
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
78%
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Community Profile
Howard has a median household income of $63,750. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $83,900, with a median rent of $500/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Other
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Howard, Kansas
How many schools are in Howard, Kansas?
Howard has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Howard, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Howard is 5.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Howard, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Howard on MySchoolScout is West Elk Schools with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Howard, Kansas?
Howard is served by 1 school district: West Elk.
What is the education level in Howard, Kansas?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Howard have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Howard, Kansas?
The median household income in Howard is approximately $63,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Howard, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Howard is 24.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Howard, Kansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.