Serving 1,073 students in grades 6-8, Helena Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,073 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helena Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Helena Middle School's student population of 1,073 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helena Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helena Middle 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
#368 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
15%
32%
White
72%
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
15%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Helena Middle School is ranked #368 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Helena Middle School often compared to?
Helena Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montevallo Middle School, Berry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Helena Middle School?
1,073 students attend Helena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Helena Middle School students are White, 15% 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 Middle School?
Helena Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Helena Middle School offer ?
Helena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Helena Middle School part of?
Helena Middle School is part of Shelby County School District.
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