Serving 1,180 students in grades 6-8, Howitt School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howitt School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Howitt School's student population of 1,180 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howitt School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howitt School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1728 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
30%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
52%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howitt School's ranking?
Howitt School is ranked #1728 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Howitt School often compared to?
Howitt Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saltzman East Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Howitt School?
1,180 students attend Howitt School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Howitt School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howitt School?
Howitt School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howitt School offer ?
Howitt School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howitt School part of?
Howitt School is part of Farmingdale Union Free School District.
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