Average
#1574 of 2,102 schools in WI
Howe Elementary
Elementary School · Green Bay Area Public School District
525 S Madison St, Green Bay, WI 54301
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Green Bay
#42 of 57
public schools
Wisconsin elementary schools
#879 of 1,099
In district
#30 of 42
Green Bay Area Public School District
School environment
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Howe Elementary
Howe Elementary serves 340 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Green Bay, Wisconsin. With 34 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 10.0:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school has earned strong recognition statewide, ranking #196 out of 2,112 Wisconsin elementary schools and placing in the 91st percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10.
This performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education for its students across all grade levels. Located at 525 S Madison St, Howe Elementary sits in the heart of Green Bay's 54301 ZIP code area. The surrounding neighborhood is home to 22,116 residents and maintains a stable community foundation with a median household income of $73,395 and median home values around $193,700.
About 36% of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the area maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 10%. As a regular public school in Brown County, Howe Elementary benefits from being situated in Green Bay's mid-size city environment, offering students access to both community resources and the close-knit atmosphere that supports elementary education.
Score Breakdown
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Howe Elementary — Students at Howe Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 4.6/10.
How Howe Elementary Compares
See how Howe Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 17% (2019) to 7.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 12% (2019) to 7.5% (2021).
Location
525 S Madison St, Green Bay, WI 54301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aldo Leopold Community School K-8 (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fort Howard Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Webster Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Green Bay, see our Green Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leonardo da Vinci School for Gifted Learners Green Bay | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Aldo Leopold Community School K-8 Green Bay | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Bay | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| John Dewey Academy of Learning Green Bay | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Northeast Wisconsin School of Innovation Green Bay | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| GBAPS Community 4K Site Green Bay | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Fort Howard Elementary Green Bay | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Bay View Green Bay | 0.8 mi | — |
| Dr Rosa Minoka-Hill School Green Bay | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Tank Elementary Green Bay | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Washington Middle Green Bay | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| East High Green Bay | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Jefferson Head Start Learning Center Green Bay | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Nicolet Elementary Green Bay | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| West High Green Bay | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Webster Elementary Green Bay | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Sullivan Elementary Green Bay | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Green Bay Head Start Green Bay | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| GREEN BAY AREA CATHOLIC EDU. INC GRACE Green Bay | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary Green Bay | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,768
Median Home Value
$205,900
Median Rent
$929/mo
Population
21,674
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
40.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Howe Elementary has a median household income of $76,768. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $205,900, with a median rent of $929/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 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 |
|---|---|
| Allen-Field Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 5.4 |
| Brown Street Academy Milwaukee, WI | 5.4 |
| Converse Elementary Beloit, WI | 5.4 |
| Coolidge Elementary Neenah, WI | 5.4 |
| Forest Ridge Elementary Oak Creek, WI | 5.4 |
| Grewenow Elementary Kenosha, WI | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howe Elementary
What grades does Howe Elementary serve?
Howe Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Howe Elementary?
Howe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howe Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Howe Elementary is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howe Elementary rank in WI?
Howe Elementary is ranked #1574 out of 2,102 schools in WI.
What is Howe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Howe Elementary has a composite rating of 5.4 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 Howe Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Howe Elementary has 12.9% math proficiency and 12.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Howe Elementary a charter school?
No, Howe Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howe Elementary a Title I school?
No, Howe Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howe Elementary?
92.6% of students at Howe Elementary 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
- City Safety
- High (1,810/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Green Bay). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 340
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Brown County
- Phone
- (920) 448-2141
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Green Bay Area Public School District- District Enrollment
- 18,579
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,394
- District Rank
- #30 of 42
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