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Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School

Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

14250 EAST ALBROOK DRIVE, Denver, CO 80239

Enrollment

597

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,290 of 1,815

In Denver

#174 of 222

public schools

In district

#155 of 196

School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

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5.1/10

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About Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School

Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Farrell B.

Howell Ece-8 School serves approximately 597 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,290 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.4% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-21.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.9 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)17% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism45.7%

Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School — Students at Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 25.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.5% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 39 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
10%
2025
Math
15.2%
ELA
13.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.

How Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School Compares

See how Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
29th percentile in CO
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

14250 EAST ALBROOK DRIVE, Denver, CO 80239

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Isabella Bird Community School (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
McGlone Academy Denver 0.4 mi 5.1
Maxwell Elementary School Denver 0.7 mi 4.7
Montbello High School Denver 0.8 mi 4.9
Oakland Elementary Denver 0.7 mi 7.5
Escalante-Biggs Academy Denver 1.1 mi 7.5
Monarch Montessori Denver 1.0 mi 7.5
Park Lane Elementary School Aurora 1.2 mi 4.2
Marie L. Greenwood Academy Denver 1.1 mi 4.8
Academy 360 Denver 1.0 mi 7.1
John H. Amesse Elementary Denver 1.3 mi 2.6
Northeast Early College Denver 1.1 mi 6.3
Barney Ford Elementary School Denver 1.4 mi 7.4
Aurora Science & Tech High School Aurora 1.6 mi
COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY Aurora 1.7 mi 7.6
COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY Aurora 1.7 mi 8.0
DSST: Elevate Northeast Middle School Denver 1.6 mi 4.9
DSST: Elevate Northeast High School Denver 1.6 mi 5.5
North Middle School Health Sciences and Technology Aurora 2.1 mi 4.1
Isabella Bird Community School Denver 2.0 mi 8.7
Lena Archuleta Elementary School Denver 2.0 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,661

Median Home Value

$394,500

Median Rent

$1,903/mo

Population

44,077

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

58.9%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

32.7

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Powderhorn Elementary School Littleton, CO 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School

What grades does Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School serve?

Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School?

Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 597 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School rank in CO?

Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School ranks #1,290 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?

Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School a charter school?

No, Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School a Title I school?

No, Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School?

89.8% of students at Farrell B. Howell Ece-8 School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.7%

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