Serving 260 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Helman Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Helman Elementary School serves the west part of Ashland, OR, covering an attendance zone of approximately 60.9 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Helman Elementary School's student population of 260 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helman Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helman Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#65 out of 1174 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helman Elementary School's ranking?
Helman Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Helman Elementary School often compared to?
Helman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker Elementary School, Bellview Elementary School, Trails Outdoor 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 31% OR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Helman Elementary School?
260 students attend Helman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Helman Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helman Elementary School?
Helman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Helman Elementary School offer ?
Helman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helman Elementary School part of?
Helman Elementary School is part of Ashland SD 5 School District.
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