For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,848 students in Helena, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Helena, AL are Helena Intermediate School and Helena Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Helena, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Helena have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Helena, AL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Helena Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3500 Hwy 52
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5520
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5520
Grades: 3-5
| 945 students
Rank: #22.
Helena Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1299 Hillsboro Parkway
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Grades: 6-8
| 1,035 students
Rank: n/an/a
Helena Elementary School
Magnet School
187 Third St
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5540
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5540
Grades: K-2
| 868 students
Helena, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Central Office Bldg
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Helena, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Helena, AL include Helena Intermediate School and Helena Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Helena?
3 public elementary schools are located in Helena.
What is the racial composition of students in Helena?
Helena public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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