Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Helke Early Learning Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Helke Elementary School serves the west part of Vandalia, OH, covering an area of approximately 23.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helke Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Helke Early Learning Center's student population of 310 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helke Early Learning Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helke Early Learning Center is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#837 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
10%
17%
White
71%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helke Early Learning Center's ranking?
Helke Early Learning Center is ranked #837 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Helke Early Learning Center often compared to?
Helke Early Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Demmitt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Helke Early Learning Center?
310 students attend Helke Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Helke Early Learning Center students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helke Early Learning Center?
Helke Early Learning Center has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Helke Early Learning Center offer ?
Helke Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helke Early Learning Center part of?
Helke Early Learning Center is part of Vandalia-Butler City School District.
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