Serving 229 students in grades 3-5, Saint Helena Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Saint Helena Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Saint Helena, CA, covering approximately 313.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 25.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Helena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saint Helena Elementary School's student population of 229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
229 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Saint Helena Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saint Helena Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2022 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint Helena Elementary School's ranking?
Saint Helena Elementary School is ranked #2022 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Saint Helena Elementary School?
229 students attend Saint Helena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Saint Helena Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint Helena Elementary School?
Saint Helena Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Saint Helena Elementary School offer ?
Saint Helena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Saint Helena Elementary School part of?
Saint Helena Elementary School is part of Saint Helena Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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