Helen James Elementary School serves 81 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
81 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
25%
Black
n/a
10%
White
99%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Helen James Elementary School?
81 students attend Helen James Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Helen James Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen James Elementary School?
Helen James Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Helen James Elementary School offer ?
Helen James Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Helen James Elementary School part of?
Helen James Elementary School is part of Williamsburg School District.
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