Serving 569 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Helen A Hansen Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Helen A Hansen Elementary School serves the northwest part of Cedar Falls, IA, covering an area of approximately 25.7 square miles, with typical drive times of 10-12 minutes from various points within the zone. The furthest edge of the attendance area is about 8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen A Hansen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Helen A Hansen Elementary School's student population of 569 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
569 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Helen A Hansen Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen A Hansen Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#40 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen A Hansen Elementary School's ranking?
Helen A Hansen Elementary School is ranked #40 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Helen A Hansen Elementary School often compared to?
Helen A Hansen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School, Southdale Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Helen A Hansen Elementary School?
569 students attend Helen A Hansen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Helen A Hansen Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen A Hansen Elementary School?
Helen A Hansen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Helen A Hansen Elementary School offer ?
Helen A Hansen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Helen A Hansen Elementary School part of?
Helen A Hansen Elementary School is part of Cedar Falls Comm School District.
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