For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 716 students in Saint Helen, MI.
The top-ranked public school in Saint Helen, MI is Charlton Heston Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint Helen, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Saint Helen have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Saint Helen, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charlton Heston Academy
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1350 N Saint Helen Rd
Saint Helen, MI 48656
(989) 632-3390
Saint Helen, MI 48656
(989) 632-3390
Gr: PK-12 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Saint Helen, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gerrish-higgins Alternative Education (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
10113 E. Airport
Saint Helen, MI 48656
(989) 389-4751
Saint Helen, MI 48656
(989) 389-4751
Gr: Inquire with school | 23 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Saint Helen, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Saint Helen, MI include Charlton Heston Academy.
How many public schools are located in Saint Helen?
1 public schools are located in Saint Helen.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint Helen?
Saint Helen public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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