For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 90 students in Helena, MO.
The top ranked public school in Helena, MO is Helena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Helena, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Helena have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Helena, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Helena Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21080 Osage St
Helena, MO 64459
(816) 369-2865
Helena, MO 64459
(816) 369-2865
Gr: K-5 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Helena, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Helena, MO include Helena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Helena?
1 public schools are located in Helena.
What is the racial composition of students in Helena?
Helena public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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