Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Helman Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Helman Elementary School's student population of 278 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Helman Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
74%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Helman Elementary School often compared to?
Helman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellview Elementary School, Walker Elementary School, John Muir Outdoor School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Helman Elementary School?
278 students attend Helman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Helman Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helman Elementary School?
Helman Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Helman Elementary School offer ?
Helman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Helman Elementary School part of?
Helman Elementary School is part of Ashland SD 5 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2017
A caring and nurturing environment for children to engage in learning.
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