For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 988 students in Helena, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Helena, AL is Helena Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Helena, AL public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in Helena have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Helena, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Helena Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1299 Hillsboro Parkway
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 988 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Helena, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Helena, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Helena, AL include Helena Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Helena?
1 public middle schools are located in Helena.
What is the racial composition of students in Helena?
Helena public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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