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#322 of 399 private schools in MO

Helias Catholic High School

High School

1305 SWIFTS HWY, Jefferson City, MO 65109

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

738

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

738

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#322 of 399

In Jefferson City

#10 of 12

public schools

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About Helias Catholic High School

Helias Catholic High School is a private high school in Jefferson City, MO. Helias Catholic High School serves approximately 738 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Helias Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #322 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares1.1 pts below MO schools

5.3

This school 5.3 · Average
MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Helias Catholic High 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.

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How Helias Catholic High School compares to the 19 public schools in Jefferson City, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.6:1

This School

11.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

738

This School

482

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.3

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.9% vs 0%

Black 1.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%

Asian 1.1% vs 0%

Helias Catholic High School Jefferson City Public Avg

All Schools in Jefferson City

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Helias Catholic High School (this school)	—	738	13.6:1	5.3
SOUTH ELEM.	0.4 mi	321	11.5:1	8.8
THORPE J. GORDON ELEM.	0.8 mi	297	9.6:1	8.5
SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR	0.9 mi	283	9.8:1	5.4
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH	0.9 mi	1,373	13.7:1	6.8
CEDAR HILL ELEM.	1.0 mi	326	10.9:1	7.6
CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL	1.6 mi	1,317	13.7:1	5.4
MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM.	1.6 mi	298	9:1	4.2
WEST ELEM.	1.6 mi	339	13.6:1	6.4
EAST ELEM.	1.9 mi	298	10.3:1	6.1
H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL	2.3 mi	17	4.2:1	—
LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE	2.8 mi	962	11.9:1	5.3
BELAIR ELEM.	3.0 mi	362	12.9:1	8.6
CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM.	4.2 mi	442	11.9:1	9.1
THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE	4.2 mi	889	11.3:1	7.7
BLAIR OAKS INTERMEDIATE	5.3 mi	231	14.4:1	4.7
BLAIR OAKS ELEM.	5.3 mi	236	13.1:1	8.5
BLAIR OAKS HIGH	5.4 mi	438	16.2:1	5.1
BLAIR OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL	5.4 mi	275	15.3:1	4.9
PIONEER TRAIL ELEMENTARY	5.5 mi	448	12.8:1	8.3

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 MO.

Classroom Attention

C+ 3.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 12%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.4 / 10

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Enrollment 738

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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 MO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 93.9%

Two or More 2.3%

Black 1.5%

Hispanic 1.1%

Asian 1.1%

Pacific Islander 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1305 SWIFTS HWY, Jefferson City, MO 65109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Helias Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JEFFERSON CITY HIGH (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City	0.3 mi	258	5.3
SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City	0.4 mi	321	8.8
SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City	0.9 mi	283	5.4
THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City	0.8 mi	297	8.5
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City	0.9 mi	1,373	6.8
CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City	1.0 mi	326	7.6
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City	1.2 mi	442	6.3
WEST ELEM. Jefferson City	1.6 mi	339	6.4
MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City	1.5 mi	25	—
MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City	1.6 mi	298	4.2
CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City	1.6 mi	1,317	5.4
ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City	2.0 mi	355	6.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City	1.8 mi	283	7.8
EAST ELEM. Jefferson City	1.9 mi	298	6.1
CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City	2.5 mi	98	6.4
H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City	2.3 mi	17	—
BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City	3.0 mi	362	8.6
LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE Jefferson City	2.8 mi	962	5.3
RIVER OAK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jefferson City	2.9 mi	105	6.8
LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Jefferson City	3.4 mi	140	5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,430

Median Home Value

$204,700

Median Rent

$828/mo

Population

40,390

College Educated

44.6%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

40.7

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ST LOUIS UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO	968	5.2
COR JESU ACADEMY St. Louis, MO	550	5.4
MARSHALL SR. HIGH Marshall, MO	797	5.4
NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre, MO	879	5.4
PLEASANT HILL HIGH Pleasant Hill, MO	720	5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Helias Catholic High School

What grades does Helias Catholic High School serve?

Helias Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Helias Catholic High School?

Helias Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Helias Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Helias Catholic High School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Helias Catholic High School rank in MO?

Helias Catholic High School ranks #322 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Helias Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Helias Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Helias Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Helias Catholic High 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 Helias Catholic High School a religious school?

Helias Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 17 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 738
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 54
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Cole County
Phone: (573) 635-6139

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