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Gene Howe El

5108 PICO, AMARILLO, TX, 79110

Top 25% School in Texas

Ranked 301 of 1364 in Texas

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About Gene Howe El

Gene Howe Elementary is located at 5108 Pico, Amarillo, Texas 79110. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through grade 4. The total enrollment at the campus is 374 students. The student–teacher ratio is 14:1. The student population includes approximately 48% female students and 52% male students. According to state assessment data, 52% of students meet or exceed proficiency in math and 57% meet or exceed proficiency in reading. The school operates as a public elementary campus within the Canyon Independent School District, serving families in a mid-size city setting. Gene Howe Elementary is part of the district's public school network. It has a local enrollment structure that brings in students from neighborhoods nearby. The campus helps students learn by having classes and other academic activities every day. Teachers help students stay interested and develop good study habits. Homes surrounding the campus commonly list for around $250,000. Compared with other public elementary schools in Amarillo, Gene Howe Elementary continues to support steady student learning and remains a suitable option for families. This school is considered one of best elementary schools in Texas.

Gene Howe El Contact Information

Address

5108 PICO, AMARILLO, TX, 79110

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Phone

(806) 677-2380

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 57%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 57% in Reading.
26
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
374
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 301 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Gene Howe El

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 59.36%
Asian 1.07%
Hispanic 33.42%
Black 3.74%
Two+ Races 2.14%
Native Am. 0.27%
White
59.36%
Asian
1.07%
Hispanic
33.42%
Black
3.74%
Two+ Races
2.14%
Native Am.
0.27%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 374
47.59%
178 Female
52.41%
196 Male

Student Population

374 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

374 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Gene Howe Elementary School recently won the President's Challenge Award for having a strong PTA and getting parents involved. The school community was happy about it because it showed that families were involved in school activities. The teachers and parents worked together all year, which made the school a good place for students to be. It made people feel good around the school and showed that being involved outside of class also affects how students feel.

FAQ

Q1. What kind of classroom activities are available at Gene Howe Elementary School?

Ans. Gene Howe Elementary School offers classroom activities that help students stay engaged and involved in their learning.

Q2. Does Gene Howe Elementary School encourage student participation?

Ans. Yes, Gene Howe Elementary School encourages students to take part in school events and group activities.

Q3. How does Gene Howe Elementary School help students stay organized?

Ans. Teachers at Gene Howe Elementary School guide students through daily routines and classroom structure.

Q4. How does Gene Howe Elementary School communicate with parents?

Ans. Gene Howe Elementary School shares updates through school messages, notices, and regular communication with families.

Q5. What kind of environment does Gene Howe Elementary School provide?

Ans. Gene Howe Elementary School provides a structured and supportive environment for student learning.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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