Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Howell Peter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howell Peter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Howell Peter Elementary School's student population of 245 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Howell Peter Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howell Peter Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1297 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
43%
48%
Black
15%
6%
White
25%
34%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howell Peter Elementary School's ranking?
Howell Peter Elementary School is ranked #1297 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Howell Peter Elementary School often compared to?
Howell Peter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myers-ganoung Elementary School, Lineweaver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Howell Peter Elementary School?
245 students attend Howell Peter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Howell Peter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howell Peter Elementary School?
Howell Peter Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Howell Peter Elementary School offer ?
Howell Peter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howell Peter Elementary School part of?
Howell Peter Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Howell Peter Elementary School located?
Howell Peter Elementary School is located in the Peter Howell neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Peter Howell.
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