Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Helke Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Helke Elementary School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helke Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helke Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#539 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
10%
17%
White
71%
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
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 #539 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 52% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Helke Elementary School?
400 students attend Helke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Helke Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 6% 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 20:1, 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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