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Howland High School

High School · Howland Local

200 Shaffer Dr NE, Warren, OH 44484

Enrollment

738

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Warren

#13 of 21

public schools

Ohio high schools

#639 of 886

In district

#4 of 5

Howland Local

Equity

8.4 / 10

Very strong

About Howland High School

Howland High School is a regular public high school located in Warren, Ohio, in Trumbull County. With an enrollment of 738 students and a student-teacher ratio of 18.9:1, the school benefits from individualized attention supported by its 39 full-time equivalent teachers. Howland High School covers grades 9 through 12 and is situated in a large suburban area.

Academically, the school has a MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks as the 1798th best high school among 3468 schools in Ohio, placing it in the 48th percentile. Students perform well in English Language Arts/Reading with 78% proficient or above, while math proficiency stands at 64%. The academic score is 7.5 out of 10, indicating areas for improvement but also highlighting strengths.

Howland High School's setting offers a suburban environment that provides students with diverse learning opportunities and community resources.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.6Above Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58%
Reading/ELA Proficiency74%
Overall Proficiency66%
Expected (poverty-adj.)53%
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College Readiness3.6Fair30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation6.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,873

Howland High School — Students at Howland High School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 64.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
74%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Howland High School Compares

See how Howland High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in OH
Academic
8.1/10
8.1/10
Growth
6.6/10
Above average
Environment
5.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers

Location

200 Shaffer Dr NE, Warren, OH 44484

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Howland High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL UPPER CAMPUS (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is River Gate High School (rated 5.8/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Warren G Harding High School (rated 5.5/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Warren, see our Warren schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Howland Middle School Warren 0.3 mi 6.5
Howland Glen Elementary School Warren 1.2 mi 4.0
Mines Elementary School Warren 1.0 mi 6.1
Howland Springs Elementary School Warren 1.6 mi 6.2
JOHN F KEENEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Warren 1.8 mi 6.2
Lincoln PK-8 School Warren 2.2 mi 5.1
Summit Academy Community School-Warren Warren 2.5 mi 5.7
Niles Primary School Niles 3.1 mi 5.8
JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL UPPER CAMPUS Warren 2.6 mi 8.1
Willard Avenue PK-8 School Warren 2.6 mi 5.3
Niles Intermediate School Niles 3.3 mi 4.8
McKinley High School Niles 3.6 mi 4.6
HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOO Warren 2.9 mi 7.0
Warren G Harding High School Warren 3.1 mi 5.5
Preschool at Warren G. Harding High School Warren 3.1 mi 6.5
Niles Preparatory Academy Niles 4.3 mi 5.5
STEAM Academy of Warren Warren 3.5 mi 4.2
River Gate High School Warren 3.5 mi 5.8
Niles Middle School Niles 4.7 mi 5.1
Baker Elementary School Vienna 4.0 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44484 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,435

Median Home Value

$166,100

Median Rent

$840/mo

Population

21,634

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

43.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Howland High School has a median household income of $65,435. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,100, with a median rent of $840/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Jackson High School Jackson, OH 5.8
Lexington High School Lexington, OH 5.8
Madison High School Madison, OH 5.8
New Lexington High School New Lexington, OH 5.8
Oak Hill Middle/High School Oak Hill, OH 5.8
BISHOP FENWICH HIGH SCHOOL Middletown, OH 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Howland High School

What grades does Howland High School serve?

Howland High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Howland High School?

Howland High School has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Howland High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Howland High School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Howland High School rank in OH?

Howland High School is ranked #2140 out of 3,440 schools in OH.

What is Howland High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Howland High School has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Howland High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Howland High School has 64.5% math proficiency and 77.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Howland High School a charter school?

No, Howland High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Howland High School a Title I school?

No, Howland High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howland High School?

43.1% of students at Howland High 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

County Safety
Low (117/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Trumbull County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Howland Local
District Enrollment
2,389
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,043
District Rank
#4 of 5

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.

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