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Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells
School · HOWELLS-DODGE CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS
417 CENTER STREET PO BOX 159, Howells, NE 68641
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells
Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells is a public school in Howells, NE, part of the HOWELLS-DODGE CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,726, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 417 CENTER STREET PO BOX 159, Howells, NE 68641
- Phone
- (402) 986-1621
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
417 CENTER STREET PO BOX 159, Howells, NE 68641
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells may also want to explore other schools in the area. NORTH WARD PREKINDERGARTEN (rated 5.2/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Schuyler). Additionally, SCHUYLER HEADSTART (rated 5.2/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Schuyler). For more schools in Howells, see our Howells schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOWELLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Howells | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| HOWELL'S COMMUNITY CATHOLIC Howells | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CLARKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarkson | 6.1 mi | 8.6 |
| CLARKSON JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Clarkson | 6.1 mi | 7.2 |
| HOWELLS-DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL/DODGE Dodge | 6.5 mi | 8.9 |
| ST WENCESLAUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dodge | 6.6 mi | — |
| SCHUYLER ELEMENTARY-FISHER'S Schuyler | 14.0 mi | 5.8 |
| LEIGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leigh | 12.1 mi | 6.9 |
| LEIGH HIGH SCHOOL Leigh | 12.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SCHUYLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schuyler | 18.3 mi | 7.5 |
| DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Schuyler | 18.6 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH WARD PREKINDERGARTEN Schuyler | 19.0 mi | 5.2 |
| WISNER-PILGER ELEM SCHOOL Wisner | 19.2 mi | 7.5 |
| WISNER-PILGER HIGH SCHOOL Wisner | 19.2 mi | 8.4 |
| SCHUYLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Schuyler | 19.4 mi | 5.6 |
| SCHUYLER HEADSTART Schuyler | 19.5 mi | 5.2 |
| SCHUYLER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Schuyler | 19.8 mi | 5.9 |
| STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stanton | 19.0 mi | 6.3 |
| STANTON HIGH SCHOOL Stanton | 19.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Point | 17.3 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,726
Median Home Value
$121,100
Median Rent
$583/mo
Population
986
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
53.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells has a median household income of $71,726. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $121,100, with a median rent of $583/month. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells
What grades does Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells serve?
Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells?
Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells?
The student-teacher ratio at Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells a charter school?
No, Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells a Title I school?
No, Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells?
48.1% of students at Howells-dodge Elementary School/howells 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
- County Safety
- Low (47/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Colfax County
- Phone
- (402) 986-1621
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HOWELLS-DODGE CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 297
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,060
Other Schools in This District
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