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8.2 avg / 10

Howard School District 48-3

School District · Howard, South Dakota

Students: 328
Teachers (FTE): 26

Avg Rating

8.2

out of 10

Schools

4

2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,128

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.6:1

How this district compares

South Dakota rank

#6 of 142

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

+1.9

above South Dakota avg

Per-pupil spending

$14,128

+$1,458 vs South Dakota median

District size

328 students

Typical than South Dakota median

About Howard School District 48-3

Howard School District 48-3 is a Howard, South Dakota school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 328 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1. The district invests $14,128 per student annually.

With an average rating of 8.2/10, Howard School District 48-3 is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.

The highest-rated school in the district is Howard Elementary - 02, which has a composite score of 8.3/10.

In standardized testing, Howard School District 48-3 students show an average math proficiency of 55.3% and ELA proficiency of 65.4%.

The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.

District Map

Schools in Howard School District 48-3, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 55.3%
School
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N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.4%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Howard School District 48-3 with test data.

Schools in Howard School District 48-3

4 schools

District Details

State
South Dakota
City
Howard
Total Enrollment
328
Teachers (FTE)
26
Child Poverty Rate
0.1%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Howard School District 48-3?

Howard School District 48-3 has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Howard School District 48-3?

The average composite rating for Howard School District 48-3 is 8.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Howard School District 48-3?

Howard School District 48-3 spends $14,128 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Howard School District 48-3?

The average student-teacher ratio in Howard School District 48-3 is 12.6:1.

What is the top-rated school in Howard School District 48-3?

Howard Elementary - 02 is the highest-rated school in Howard School District 48-3 with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What are the test scores in Howard School District 48-3?

Across schools in Howard School District 48-3 with test data, the average math proficiency is 55.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 65.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Howard School District 48-3 compare to other districts in South Dakota?

Howard School District 48-3 has an average school rating of 8.2/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in South Dakota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
8.2/10
Math Proficiency
55.3%
ELA Proficiency
65.4%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, South Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.

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