Serving 932 students in grades 3-5, Helena Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helena Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Helena Intermediate School's student population of 932 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helena Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helena Intermediate School is 0.46, 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
#136 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
13%
32%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helena Intermediate School's ranking?
Helena Intermediate School is ranked #136 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Helena Intermediate School?
932 students attend Helena Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Helena Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helena Intermediate School?
Helena Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Helena Intermediate School offer ?
Helena Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Helena Intermediate School part of?
Helena Intermediate School is part of Shelby County School District.
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