Needs Improvement
#3653 of 3,813 schools in IL
Howe Elementary School
Elementary School · Beach Park CCSD 3
10271 W Beach Rd, Beach Park, IL 60087
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,653 of 3,813
In Beach Park
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Beach Park CCSD 3
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Howe Elementary School
Elementary School in Beach Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Howe Elementary School
Howe Elementary School is a public elementary school in Beach Park, IL, part of Beach Park CCSD 3. Howe Elementary School serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Howe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,653 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Howe Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Howe Elementary 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
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Howe Elementary School — Students at Howe Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.7/10.
How Howe Elementary School Compares
See how Howe Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10271 W Beach Rd, Beach Park, IL 60087
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howe Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Waukegan), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Little Fort Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Waukegan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beach Park, see our Beach Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL Beach Park | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Elmwood Elem School Zion | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Kenneth Murphy School Beach Park | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| LAKE COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Waukegan | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| John S Clark Elem School Waukegan | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| East Elementary School Zion | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Oak Crest School Beach Park | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Zion Central Middle School Zion | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Shiloh Park Middle School Zion | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Jack Benny Middle School Waukegan | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Little Fort Elem School Waukegan | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Greenwood Elem School Waukegan | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| H R McCall Elem School Waukegan | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| New Tech High - Zion-Benton East Zion | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Zion | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Lakeview School Zion | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| West Elementary School Zion | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Beulah Park Elem School Zion | 2.9 mi | 3.6 |
| ST ANASTASIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waukegan | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr Waukegan | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,162
Median Home Value
$185,800
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
27,428
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
63.6%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bushnell-Prairie City Elem Sch Bushnell, IL | 3.5 |
| C B Smith Elem School Pekin, IL | 3.5 |
| Christopher Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.5 |
| East Elementary School Zion, IL | 3.5 |
| Feitshans Elem Sch Springfield, IL | 3.5 |
| Garvey M Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howe Elementary School
What grades does Howe Elementary School serve?
Howe Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Howe Elementary School?
Howe Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howe Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Howe Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howe Elementary School rank in IL?
Howe Elementary School ranks #3,653 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Howe Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Howe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Howe Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howe Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Howe Elementary School a charter school?
No, Howe Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howe Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Howe Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howe Elementary School?
70.7% of students at Howe Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.9%
- Phone
- (847) 599-5362
Resources & Links
District
Beach Park CCSD 3- District Enrollment
- 1,980
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,229
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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