HOWELL PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Howell Peter Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Tucson Unified District (4403) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 305 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 14 teachers, Howell Peter Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Howell Peter Elementary School, located in Tucson, Arizona, is a public school operating under the Tucson Unified School District. It serves a diverse student population and is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state academic standards while emphasizing foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science to ensure students are well-prepared for their future educational pursuits.

Beyond core academics, Howell Peter Elementary places a strong value on character development and community engagement. The school strives to create a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow socially and emotionally alongside their academic progress. By integrating various resources and maintaining a focus on student-centered instruction, the school aims to cultivate a collaborative environment that involves families and the local Tucson community in the educational process.

For more information, contact Howell Peter Elementary at (520) 225-6060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

401 N. Irving
Tucson, AZ 85711
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HOWELL PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Tucson, AZ with about 305 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
305
Teachers:
14.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 305 students

Hispanic/Latino
50.5%
White
25.6%
Black or African American
9.8%
Two or more races
8.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
3.9%
Asian
1.3%

Female
46.2%
Male
53.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.