For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,419 students in Helena, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in Helena, AL is Helena High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Helena, AL public high school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in Helena have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public high schools.
Helena, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Helena High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Helena, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Helena High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1310 Hillsboro Parkway
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-3650
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-3650
Gr: 9-12 | 1,419 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Helena, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Helena, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Helena, AL include Helena High School.
How many public high schools are located in Helena?
1 public high schools are located in Helena.
What is the racial composition of students in Helena?
Helena public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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