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#344 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 39% of private schools
St Helen Catholic School
Elementary School
2213 OLD ALVIN RD, Pearland, TX 77581
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#344 of 883
In Pearland
#3 of 5
public schools
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St Helen Catholic School
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About St Helen Catholic School
St Helen Catholic School is a private elementary school in Pearland, TX. St Helen Catholic School serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Helen Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #344 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Helen Catholic 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 Catholic School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Pearland, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Helen Catholic School (this school) | 6.7 |
| PEARLAND J H EAST | 7.5 |
| C J HARRIS EL | 6.0 |
| PEARLAND J H WEST | 7.8 |
| LEON H SABLATURA MIDDLE | 7.6 |
| BARBARA COCKRELL EL | 8.2 |
| ALEXANDER MIDDLE | 7.8 |
| SAM JAMISON MIDDLE | 7.0 |
| SHADYCREST EL | 8.1 |
| MAGNOLIA EL | 8.0 |
| H C CARLESTON EL | 4.9 |
| PEARLAND J H SOUTH | 7.2 |
| E A LAWHON EL | 7.3 |
| RUSTIC OAK EL | 7.5 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| BERRY MILLER J H | 8.1 |
| MASSEY RANCH EL | 6.7 |
| GLENDA DAWSON H S | 7.8 |
| CHALLENGER EL | 8.0 |
| SILVERLAKE EL | 8.2 |
| SILVERCREST EL | 8.7 |
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 TX.
Data Unavailable
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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 TX
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
2213 OLD ALVIN RD, Pearland, TX 77581
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Helen Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HORIZON MONTESSORI PEARLAND - STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Weslaco), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARBARA COCKRELL EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHADYCREST EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pearland, see our Pearland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEARLAND J H EAST Pearland | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| C J HARRIS EL Pearland | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PACE CENTER Pearland | 0.3 mi | 2.1 |
| PEARLAND J H WEST Pearland | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| LEON H SABLATURA MIDDLE Pearland | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI PEARLAND - STEM ACADEMY Weslaco | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DOWNTOWN Pearland | 0.5 mi | — |
| METHODIST CHILDRENS PROGRAM Pearland | 0.6 mi | — |
| BARBARA COCKRELL EL Pearland | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ALEXANDER MIDDLE Pearland | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| EAGLE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pearland | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| THOMPSON INT Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SAM JAMISON MIDDLE Pearland | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| SHADYCREST EL Pearland | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| PEARLAND H S Pearland | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH BELT EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| MELILLO MIDDLE Houston | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| DOBIE H S Houston | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MAGNOLIA EL Pearland | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ROBERT TURNER COLLEGE AND CAREER H S Pearland | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77581 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,556
Median Home Value
$309,100
Median Rent
$1,591/mo
Population
50,240
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Helen Catholic School
What grades does St Helen Catholic School serve?
St Helen Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Helen Catholic School?
St Helen Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Helen Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Helen Catholic School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Helen Catholic School rank in TX?
St Helen Catholic School ranks #344 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Helen Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Helen Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Helen Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?
St Helen Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 294
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Brazoria County
- Phone
- (128) 148-5284
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