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Best Schools in Helm, California

1 schools · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Median household income: $85,347
Bachelor's degree or higher: 0%
Owner-occupied homes: 0%

How Helm compares

Median household income

$85k

86% of California median

About Schools in Helm, California

Helm, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.

Helm is served by 1 school district: Golden Plains Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,388 students.

Helm's community shows 0% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,347. The poverty rate in the area is 1.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Rio Del Rey High (Continuation) 22 students · 9th–12th	22	9th–12th	—

Schools in Helm

Helm, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$85,347

Population

295

College Educated

Homeownership

Poverty Rate

1.4%

Community Profile

Helm has a median household income of $85,347. It is a community where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 1.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: Pending

Resources

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School District

Golden Plains Unified

6 schools · 1,388 students

Nearby Cities

San Joaquin (5 schools)

8 mi

Five Points (1 school)

9 mi

Raisin City (1 school)

12 mi

Kerman (10 schools)

14 mi

Riverdale (6 schools)

14 mi

Caruthers (4 schools)

Porterville (1 school)

Other Major Cities in California

Top metros statewide by school count.

Los Angeles 928 schools San Diego 412 schools San Jose 335 schools San Francisco 297 schools Sacramento 273 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Helm, California

How many schools are in Helm, California?

Helm has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

How many school districts serve Helm, California?

Helm is served by 1 school district: Golden Plains Unified.

What is the education level in Helm, California?

According to Census data, 0% of adults in Helm have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Helm, California?

The median household income in Helm is approximately $85,347 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Helm, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Helm is 22.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Helm, California?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.