Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Helen Baller Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Baller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Helen Baller Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helen Baller Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen Baller Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#283 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)71%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)74%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Baller Elementary School's ranking?
Helen Baller Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Helen Baller Elementary School often compared to?
Helen Baller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dorothy Fox by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Helen Baller Elementary School?
525 students attend Helen Baller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Helen Baller Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helen Baller Elementary School?
Helen Baller Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Helen Baller Elementary School offer ?
Helen Baller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Helen Baller Elementary School part of?
Helen Baller Elementary School is part of Camas School District.
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