7.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Helper, Utah

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.8/10
Median household income: $53,786
Median home value: $209,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 69%

How Helper compares

Median household income

$54k

63% of Utah median

About Schools in Helper, Utah

Helper, Utah is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Helper perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Helper is Helper Middle with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Helper is served by 1 school district: Carbon District. These districts collectively serve 3,320 students.

Helper's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,786. The poverty rate in the area is 18.3%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Sally Mauro School 303 students · Pre-K–5th	303	Pre-K–5th	7.2

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Helper Middle 187 students · 6th–8th	187	6th–8th	8.4

Schools in Helper

Helper, Utah · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$53,786

Median Home Value

$209,700

Median Rent

$781/mo

Population

4,267

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Community Profile

Helper has a median household income of $53,786. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $209,700, with a median rent of $781/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.3%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Utah
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Resources

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School District

Carbon District

9 schools · 3,320 students

Nearby Cities

Price (6 schools)

7 mi

Wellington (1 school)

12 mi

Cleveland (1 school)

24 mi

Huntington (2 schools)

25 mi

Sunnyside (1 school)

26 mi

Castle Dale (2 schools)

33 mi

Orangeville (1 school)

34 mi

Duchesne (2 schools)

41 mi

Other Major Cities in Utah

Top metros statewide by school count.

Salt Lake City 121 schools Ogden 57 schools West Valley City 38 schools St. George 38 schools Sandy 37 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.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Helper, Utah

How many schools are in Helper, Utah?

Helper has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Helper, Utah?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Helper is 7.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Helper, Utah?

The top-ranked school in Helper on MySchoolScout is Helper Middle with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Helper, Utah?

The top-ranked elementary school in Helper on MySchoolScout is Sally Mauro School with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Helper, Utah?

The top-ranked middle school in Helper on MySchoolScout is Helper Middle with a composite score of 8.4/10.

How many school districts serve Helper, Utah?

Helper is served by 1 school district: Carbon District.

What is the education level in Helper, Utah?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Helper have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Helper, Utah?

The median household income in Helper is approximately $53,786 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Helper, Utah?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Helper is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Helper, Utah?

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.