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#1996 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 42% in state
Howell Road School
Elementary School · VALLEY STREAM 13 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1475 HOWELL RD, Valley Stream, NY 11580
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,996 of 4,742
In Valley Stream
#11 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
VALLEY STREAM 13 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Howell Road School
Elementary School in Valley Stream · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Howell Road School
Howell Road School is a public elementary school in Valley Stream, NY, part of VALLEY STREAM 13 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Howell Road School serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Howell Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,996 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Howell Road School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Howell Road 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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Howell Road School — Students at Howell Road School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY 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: 6.8/10.
How Howell Road School Compares
See how Howell Road 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
1475 HOWELL RD, Valley Stream, NY 11580
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howell Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAURICE W DOWNING PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Malverne), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST END SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLEARSTREAM AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Valley Stream, see our Valley Stream schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHEDER AT THE OHEL Valley Stream | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| VALLEY STREAM MEMORIAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| WHEELER AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| JAMES A DEVER SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| VALLEY STREAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| MEACHAM CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER Elmont | 1.0 mi | — |
| DUTCH BROADWAY SCHOOL Elmont | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| HAMZA ACADEMY Valley Stream | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| SHAW AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| WILLOW ROAD SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CLARA H CARLSON SCHOOL Elmont | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| BROOKLYN AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| VALLEY STREAM NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| CLEARSTREAM AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| WEST END SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| POLK STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LITTLE CHILDREN PLACE 2 INC Elmont | 1.4 mi | — |
| MAURICE W DOWNING PRIMARY SCHOOL Malverne | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| ELMONT MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Elmont | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,385
Median Home Value
$602,500
Median Rent
$1,852/mo
Population
42,644
College Educated
37.7%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
39.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 6.7 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.7 |
| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| DREXEL AVENUE SCHOOL Westbury, NY | 6.7 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howell Road School
What grades does Howell Road School serve?
Howell Road School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Howell Road School?
Howell Road School has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howell Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Howell Road School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howell Road School rank in NY?
Howell Road School ranks #1,996 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Howell Road School's MySchoolScout rating?
Howell Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Howell Road School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howell Road School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Howell Road School a charter school?
No, Howell Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howell Road School a Title I school?
No, Howell Road School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howell Road School?
46.2% of students at Howell Road 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 585
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (516) 568-6130
Resources & Links
District
VALLEY STREAM 13 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,052
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,342
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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