Serving 941 students in grades 3-5, Helena Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 941 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helena Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Helena Intermediate School's student population of 941 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
941 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helena Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helena Intermediate School is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 1276 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
15%
32%
White
72%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helena Intermediate School's ranking?
Helena Intermediate School is ranked #151 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Helena Intermediate School?
941 students attend Helena Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Helena Intermediate School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helena Intermediate School?
Helena Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Helena Intermediate School offer ?
Helena Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Helena Intermediate School part of?
Helena Intermediate School is part of Shelby County School District.
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