Average
#522 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 29% of private schools
St Helens School
Elementary School
4888 E BELMONT AVE, Fresno, CA 93727
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#522 of 1,787
In Fresno
#2 of 7
public schools
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St Helens School
Elementary School in Fresno · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Helens School
St Helens School is a private elementary school in Fresno, CA. St Helens School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Helens School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #522 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, St Helens School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St Helens School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Helens School compares to 154 public schools serving similar grades in Fresno, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Helens School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Ewing Elementary | 7.7 |
| Burroughs Elementary | 7.6 |
| Mollie S. Bakman Elementary | 5.8 |
| Kings Canyon Middle | 7.1 |
| Mario G. Olmos Elementary | 7.0 |
| Turner Elementary | 6.5 |
| Easterby Elementary | 7.6 |
| Ann B. Leavenworth | 8.1 |
| Sierra Charter | 7.8 |
| David L. Greenberg Elementary | 8.1 |
| Norseman Elementary | 7.1 |
| Ericson Elementary | 7.5 |
| Lane Elementary | 7.2 |
| Violet Heintz Education Academy | 5.3 |
| Yosemite Middle | 7.2 |
| Ayer Elementary | 5.7 |
| Jackson Elementary | 6.3 |
| Miguel Hidalgo Elementary | 4.8 |
| Rowell Elementary | 7.4 |
| Vang Pao Elementary | 8.8 |
Showing 20 of 154 schools. View all schools in Fresno
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4888 E BELMONT AVE, Fresno, CA 93727
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Helens School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ann B. Leavenworth (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is David L. Greenberg Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ewing Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Helen Fresno | 0.0 mi | — |
| Ewing Elementary Fresno | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Burroughs Elementary Fresno | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Mollie S. Bakman Elementary Fresno | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Kings Canyon Middle Fresno | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Mario G. Olmos Elementary Fresno | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fresno | 0.9 mi | — |
| Turner Elementary Fresno | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Easterby Elementary Fresno | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Cambridge Continuation High Fresno | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Sierra Charter Fresno | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Ann B. Leavenworth Fresno | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| David L. Greenberg Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Ericson Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Violet Heintz Education Academy Fresno | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Lane Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Norseman Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| FRESNO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Fresno | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Roosevelt High Fresno | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Fresno Adventist Academy Fresno | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,247
Median Home Value
$370,300
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
83,630
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Helens School
What grades does St Helens School serve?
St Helens School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Helens School?
St Helens School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Helens School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Helens School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Helens School rank in CA?
St Helens School ranks #522 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Helens School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Helens School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Helens School a private school?
Yes, St Helens School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Helens School a religious school?
St Helens School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Phone
- (559) 251-5855
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