Serving 1,035 students in grades 6-8, Helena Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helena Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Helena Middle School's student population of 1,035 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,035 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helena Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helena Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
15%
32%
White
72%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helena Middle School's ranking?
Helena Middle School is ranked #376 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Helena Middle School often compared to?
Helena Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berry Middle School, Montevallo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Helena Middle School?
1,035 students attend Helena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Helena Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% 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 Middle School?
Helena Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Helena Middle School offer ?
Helena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Helena Middle School part of?
Helena Middle School is part of Shelby County School District.
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