Serving 249 students in grades 3-5, Saint Helena Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Helena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Saint Helena Elementary School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saint Helena Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saint Helena Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2450 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint Helena Elementary School's ranking?
Saint Helena Elementary School is ranked #2450 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Saint Helena Elementary School?
249 students attend Saint Helena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Saint Helena Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saint Helena Elementary School?
Saint Helena Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Saint Helena Elementary School offer ?
Saint Helena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Saint Helena Elementary School part of?
Saint Helena Elementary School is part of Saint Helena Unified School District.
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