Below Average
#788 of 990 schools in CT
Helen Street School
Elementary School · Hamden School District
285 Helen St., Hamden, CT 06514
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#788 of 990
In Hamden
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
Hamden School District
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Helen Street School
Elementary School in Hamden · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Helen Street School
Helen Street School is a public elementary school in Hamden, CT, part of Hamden School District. Helen Street School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Helen Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #788 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Helen Street School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Helen Street School — Students at Helen Street School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Helen Street School Compares
See how Helen Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
285 Helen St., Hamden, CT 06514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helen Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elm City Montessori School (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barack H. Obama Magnet University School (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beecher School (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hamden, see our Hamden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eli Whitney Technical High School Hamden | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Church Street School Hamden | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Dunbar Hill School Hamden | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Brennan Rogers School New Haven | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| King/Robinson Magnet School New Haven | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Common Ground High School New Haven | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Barack H. Obama Magnet University School New Haven | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln-Bassett School New Haven | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hamden | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Beecher School New Haven | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Elm City Montessori School New Haven | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| James Hillhouse High School New Haven | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Hamden High School Hamden | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CEDARHURST SCHOOL Hamden | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| WHITNEY HALL SCHOOL Hamden | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| CHAPEL HAVEN SCHLEIFER CENTER New Haven | 1.8 mi | — |
| Highville Charter School New Haven | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| HAMDEN HALL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Hamden | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CALVIN HILL DAYCARE CENTER & KLF KINDERGARTEN New Haven | 1.9 mi | — |
| Mauro-Sheridan Magnet School New Haven | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,227
Median Home Value
$250,300
Median Rent
$1,633/mo
Population
25,291
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Breakthrough Magnet School South Hartford, CT | 4.6 |
| Celentano BioTech Health and Medical Magnet School New Haven, CT | 4.6 |
| Franklin School Stratford, CT | 4.6 |
| Jefferson Elementary School New Britain, CT | 4.6 |
| Sanchez School Hartford, CT | 4.6 |
| W. B. Sweeney School Willimantic, CT | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helen Street School
What grades does Helen Street School serve?
Helen Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Helen Street School?
Helen Street School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helen Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Helen Street School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Helen Street School rank in CT?
Helen Street School ranks #788 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Helen Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Helen Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Helen Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Helen Street School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Helen Street School a charter school?
No, Helen Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Helen Street School a Title I school?
No, Helen Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Helen Street School?
65.0% of students at Helen Street School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.7%
- Phone
- (203) 407-2030
Resources & Links
District
Hamden School District- District Enrollment
- 5,455
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,869
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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