Serving 461 students in grades 1-5, Helmwood Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Helmwood Heights Elementary School serves a central area in Elizabethtown, KY, covering approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helmwood Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Helmwood Heights Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Helmwood Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helmwood Heights Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#655 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helmwood Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Helmwood Heights Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Helmwood Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Helmwood Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Helmwood Heights Elementary School?
461 students attend Helmwood Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Helmwood Heights Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helmwood Heights Elementary School?
Helmwood Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Helmwood Heights Elementary School offer ?
Helmwood Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Helmwood Heights Elementary School part of?
Helmwood Heights Elementary School is part of Elizabethtown Independent School District.
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