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#443 of 713 private schools in OH
St Helen Elementary School
Elementary School
5086 BURKHARDT RD, Dayton, OH 45431
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#443 of 713
In Dayton
#13 of 14
public schools
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St Helen Elementary School
Elementary School in Dayton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Helen Elementary School
St Helen Elementary School is a private elementary school in Dayton, OH. St Helen Elementary School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Helen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #443 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
St Helen Elementary School runs 21.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
St Helen Elementary 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 Helen Elementary School compares to 64 public schools serving similar grades in Dayton, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
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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 OH.
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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 OH
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
5086 BURKHARDT RD, Dayton, OH 45431
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Helen Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkwood Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Beavercreek), which scores notably higher. Another option is Saville Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beverly Gardens Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) Dayton | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| EAST DAYTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dayton | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Kemp Elementary School Dayton | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Beverly Gardens Elementary School Dayton | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Saville Elementary School Dayton | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Dayton | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Virginia Stevenson Elementary School Dayton | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Mad River Early Childhood Center Dayton | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Eastmont Elementary School Dayton | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dayton | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Parkwood Elementary School Beavercreek | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Wright Brothers Middle School Dayton | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Dayton Athletic Vocational Academy Dayton | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Dayton Regional STEM School Kettering | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Cleveland Elementary School Dayton | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown Dayton | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Mad River Middle School Dayton | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Stebbins High School Dayton | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Montgomery Preparatory Academy Dayton | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Greenmont Elementary School Kettering | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45431 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,058
Median Home Value
$197,600
Median Rent
$1,302/mo
Population
26,961
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
52.1%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Helen Elementary School
What grades does St Helen Elementary School serve?
St Helen Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Helen Elementary School?
St Helen Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Helen Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Helen Elementary School is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Helen Elementary School rank in OH?
St Helen Elementary School ranks #443 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is St Helen Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Helen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Helen Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Helen Elementary 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 Helen Elementary School a religious school?
St Helen Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 391
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (937) 256-1761
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