Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Helke Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Helke Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helke Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helke Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 3137 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
8%
17%
White
75%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helke Elementary School's ranking?
Helke Elementary School is ranked #673 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Helke Elementary School often compared to?
Helke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Demmitt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Helke Elementary School?
406 students attend Helke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Helke Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helke Elementary School?
Helke Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Helke Elementary School offer ?
Helke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Helke Elementary School part of?
Helke Elementary School is part of Vandalia-Butler City School District.
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