DR HOWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Dr Howard Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Champaign CUSD 4 school district, located in Champaign, IL with about 314 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Dr Howard Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
Dr. Howard Elementary School, located at 1117 W. Park Ave in Champaign, Illinois, is a public school serving students in the Champaign Unit 4 School District. Situated in a historic neighborhood, the school is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. It serves a diverse student population, aiming to provide a comprehensive education that balances rigorous academic standards with social-emotional development.
The school is recognized for its dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize individualized attention and student engagement. Beyond the classroom, Dr. Howard offers various programs and initiatives designed to support student growth, often emphasizing parental involvement and community partnerships. As part of the broader Champaign school system, the school focuses on preparing students for middle school success while encouraging a lifelong love of learning within a safe and supportive atmosphere.
For more information, contact Dr Howard Elem School at (217) 351-3866 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Champaign, IL 61821-3244
(217) 351-3866
DR HOWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Champaign, IL with about 314 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Champaign CUSD 4
- Total Students:
- 314
- Teachers:
- 26
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 314 students
- Black or African American
- 36.0%
- White
- 28.7%
- Asian
- 17.8%
- Two or more races
- 11.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.7%
- Female
- 51.6%
- Male
- 48.4%
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.