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#1316 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 14% in state

Saint Helena Elementary

Elementary School · Saint Helena Unified

1325 Adams St., St. Helena, CA 94574

Enrollment

249

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#1,316 of 9,539

In St. Helena

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Saint Helena Unified

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Saint Helena Elementary

8.2/10

Elementary School in St. Helena · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Robert Louis Stevenson Intermediate

7.6/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Saint Helena Primary

8.2/10

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Saint Helena Elementary

Saint Helena Elementary is a public elementary school in St. Helena, CA, part of Saint Helena Unified. Saint Helena Elementary serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

Saint Helena Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,316 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Saint Helena Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.7 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$38,656
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

Saint Helena Elementary — Students at Saint Helena Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
55.1%
2024
Math
57.2%
ELA
56.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Saint Helena Elementary Compares

See how Saint Helena Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in CA
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

Location

1325 Adams St., St. Helena, CA 94574

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Saint Helena Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Austin Creek Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Santa Rosa), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Howell Mountain Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Angwin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Saint Helena Primary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Helena, see our St. Helena schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert Louis Stevenson Intermediate St. Helena 0.4 mi 7.6
Saint Helena Primary St. Helena 0.7 mi 8.2
Saint Helena High St. Helena 0.7 mi 7.9
ST HELENA MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND FARM Saint Helena 1.0 mi 6.8
FOOTHILLS ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Helena 2.3 mi
Foothills Adventist Elementary St. Helena 2.4 mi
Pacific Union College Elementary Angwin 4.6 mi
PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Angwin 4.6 mi 7.1
PUC PREPARATORY SCHOOL Angwin 4.8 mi 6.3
Howell Mountain Elementary Angwin 5.6 mi 8.4
Kenwood Elementary Kenwood 7.5 mi 7.2
Pope Valley Elementary Pope Valley 8.4 mi 4.8
Woodland Star Charter Glen Ellen 8.6 mi 7.6
Palisades High (Continuation) Calistoga 8.0 mi
Calistoga Elementary Calistoga 8.0 mi 7.6
Calistoga Junior/Senior High Calistoga 8.1 mi 8.1
Tyndale Preparatory Academy Santa Rosa 9.0 mi
Austin Creek Elementary Santa Rosa 9.4 mi 8.8
Sonoma Charter Sonoma 12.6 mi 7.6
Sequoia Elementary Santa Rosa 10.1 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94574 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,779

Median Home Value

$1,876,500

Median Rent

$2,065/mo

Population

7,646

College Educated

56.1%

Homeownership

66.5%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

47.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Saint Helena Elementary

What grades does Saint Helena Elementary serve?

Saint Helena Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Saint Helena Elementary?

Saint Helena Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Saint Helena Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Saint Helena Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Saint Helena Elementary rank in CA?

Saint Helena Elementary ranks #1,316 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Saint Helena Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Saint Helena Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Saint Helena Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Saint Helena Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Saint Helena Elementary a charter school?

No, Saint Helena Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Saint Helena Elementary a Title I school?

No, Saint Helena Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saint Helena Elementary?

35.7% of students at Saint Helena Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Bike Score
91 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Napa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

District

Saint Helena Unified
District Enrollment
1,103
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$38,656
District Rank
#1 of 4

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