Helena Elementary School serves 897 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helena Elementary School's student population of 897 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Helena Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
10%
32%
White
77%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Helena Elementary School?
897 students attend Helena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Helena Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helena Elementary School?
Helena Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Helena Elementary School offer ?
Helena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Helena Elementary School part of?
Helena Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
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