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#4729 of 8,552 schools in TX
Howard Norman EL
Elementary School · HUTTO ISD
101 LLANO RIVER TRAIL, Hutto, TX 78634
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,729 of 8,552
In Hutto
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
HUTTO ISD
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Howard Norman EL
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About Howard Norman EL
Howard Norman EL is a public elementary school in Hutto, TX, part of HUTTO ISD. Howard Norman EL serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Howard Norman EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,729 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Howard Norman EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Howard Norman EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Howard Norman EL — Students at Howard Norman EL score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from TX 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: 6.7/10.
How Howard Norman EL Compares
See how Howard Norman EL 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
101 LLANO RIVER TRAIL, Hutto, TX 78634
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howard Norman EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTT EL (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Pflugerville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MURCHISON EL (rated 8.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Pflugerville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BENJAMIN DOC KERLEY EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hutto, see our Hutto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FARLEY MIDDLE Hutto | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NADINE JOHNSON EL Hutto | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HUTTO H S Hutto | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| RAY EL Hutto | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| HUTTO MIDDLE Hutto | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| HUTTO EL Hutto | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| COTTONWOOD CREEK EL Hutto | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ROWE LANE EL Pflugerville | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| DEARING EL Round Rock | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| BENJAMIN DOC KERLEY EL Hutto | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| FOREST CREEK EL Round Rock | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| RIOJAS EL Pflugerville | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MOTT EL Pflugerville | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
| MURCHISON EL Pflugerville | 3.9 mi | 8.4 |
| VETERANS HILL EL Round Rock | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CELE MIDDLE Pflugerville | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| KELLY LANE MIDDLE Pflugerville | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| STONEHILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pflugerville | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HENDRICKSON H S Pflugerville | 4.2 mi | 7.9 |
| HUTTO NINTH GRADE CENTER Hutto | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,227
Median Home Value
$334,200
Median Rent
$2,024/mo
Population
43,466
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howard Norman EL
What grades does Howard Norman EL serve?
Howard Norman EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Howard Norman EL?
Howard Norman EL has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howard Norman EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Howard Norman EL is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howard Norman EL rank in TX?
Howard Norman EL ranks #4,729 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Howard Norman EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Howard Norman EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Howard Norman EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howard Norman EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Howard Norman EL a charter school?
No, Howard Norman EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howard Norman EL a Title I school?
No, Howard Norman EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howard Norman EL?
41.4% of students at Howard Norman EL 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Williamson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (512) 759-5480
Resources & Links
District
HUTTO ISD- District Enrollment
- 10,035
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,516
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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