Serving 199 students in grades 6-8, Helper Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Helper Middle serves the northern part of Helper, UT, covering an extensive area of approximately 882.5 square miles, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and distances to the furthest edge reaching up to 52.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helper Middle School's student population of 199 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
199 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helper Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helper Middle School is 0.32, which is less 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
#585 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helper Middle School's ranking?
Helper Middle School is ranked #585 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Helper Middle School?
199 students attend Helper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Helper Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helper Middle School?
Helper Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Helper Middle School offer ?
Helper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Helper Middle School part of?
Helper Middle School is part of Carbon School District.
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