Best Schools in Helotes, Texas
8 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Helotes by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Helotes EL
Elementary · Northside ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Beard EL
Elementary · Northside ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
O'connor H S
High · Northside ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Helotes for 2026 are Helotes EL (8.6/10), Beard EL (8.0/10), and O'connor H S (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$393,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$393,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +16.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Helotes schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Helotes
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helotes EL | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Beard EL | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | O'connor H S | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Los Reyes EL | 6.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Kuentz EL | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Marvelously Made - the School for Young Children | 3.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $129,701
- Median home value
- $393,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 56%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
43% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Helotes compares
Texas rank
#313 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$130k
175% of Texas median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Helotes, Texas
Helotes, Texas is home to 8 schools, including 6 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Helotes show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Helotes is Helotes EL with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Helotes is served by 2 school districts: GREAT HEARTS TEXAS, NORTHSIDE ISD. These districts collectively serve 113,114 students.
Helotes's community shows 56% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $129,701. The poverty rate in the area is 4.3%.
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.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 313 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 559 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 3 | 464 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.9 | ||
| 4 | 542 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 5 | 784 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.1 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 76 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.4 | ||
| 2 | Childrens Lighthouse Helotes
Private
16 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,586 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in Helotes
Helotes, Texas · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$129,701
Median Home Value
$393,800
Median Rent
$1,570/mo
Population
28,585
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Community Profile
Helotes has a median household income of $129,701. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $393,800, with a median rent of $1,570/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 7
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Helotes, Texas
How many schools are in Helotes, Texas?
Helotes has 8 schools, including 6 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Helotes, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Helotes is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Helotes, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Helotes on MySchoolScout is Helotes EL with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Helotes, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Helotes on MySchoolScout is Helotes EL with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Helotes, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Helotes on MySchoolScout is O'connor H S with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Helotes, Texas?
Helotes is served by 2 school districts: Great Hearts Texas, Northside ISD.
What is the education level in Helotes, Texas?
According to Census data, 56% of adults in Helotes have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Helotes, Texas?
The median household income in Helotes is approximately $129,701 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Helotes, Texas?
Yes, Helotes has 2 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Marvelously Made - the School for Young Children with a score of 3.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Helotes, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Helotes is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Helotes, Texas?
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.