Helena Elementary School serves 778 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Attendance Zone: Helena Elementary School serves the western part of Helena, AL, covering an area of approximately 57.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and some areas extending up to 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helena Elementary School's student population of 778 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Helena Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
13%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
72%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Helena Elementary School often compared to?
Helena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calera Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Helena Elementary School?
778 students attend Helena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Helena Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helena Elementary School?
Helena Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Helena Elementary School offer ?
Helena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helena Elementary School part of?
Helena Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
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