HOWARD ELEMENTARY - 02

Howard Elementary - 02 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Howard School District 48-3 school district, located in Howard, SD with about 171 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 16 teachers, Howard Elementary - 02 has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Howard Elementary, located in Howard, South Dakota, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Howard School District. Situated at 201 N Minnie St, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a supportive and personalized learning environment typical of a small-town public school setting. The elementary program focuses on developing essential academic skills while fostering the social and emotional growth of its students, preparing them for their eventual transition to the district's secondary levels.

While the school operates as a distinct elementary facility, it benefits from being part of a unified district structure that prioritizes continuity in education from kindergarten through high school. The district places a strong emphasis on community involvement, academic achievement, and maintaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere for its student body. Families in the area rely on the school not only for core instruction but also for its role in anchoring the local culture and providing a reliable academic foundation for the youth of Howard.

For more information, contact Howard Elementary - 02 at (605) 772-4443 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.