Serving 66 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Helm Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Helm Elementary School's student population of 66 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helm Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helm Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4110 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helm Elementary School's ranking?
Helm Elementary School is ranked #4110 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Helm Elementary School?
66 students attend Helm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Helm Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helm Elementary School?
Helm Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Helm Elementary School offer ?
Helm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Helm Elementary School part of?
Helm Elementary School is part of Golden Plains Unified School District.
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