Average
#1041 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 47% in state
Saint Helens Elementary
Elementary School · Longview School District
431 27th Avenue, Longview, WA 98632
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,041 of 2,228
In Longview
#7 of 18
public schools
In district
#7 of 17
Longview School District
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Saint Helens Elementary
Saint Helens Elementary is a public elementary school in Longview, WA, part of Longview School District. Saint Helens Elementary serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Saint Helens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,041 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Saint Helens Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Saint Helens Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Saint Helens Elementary — Students at Saint Helens Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Saint Helens Elementary Compares
See how Saint Helens Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
431 27th Avenue, Longview, WA 98632
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saint Helens Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Olympic Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST ROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Longview, see our Longview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Longview | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Monticello Middle School Longview | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Olympic Elementary School Longview | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Discovery High School Longview | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Discovery High School-Achieve Longview | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Longview Virtual Academy Longview | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| R A Long High School Longview | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Kessler Elementary School Longview | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BIG LEAF MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longview | 1.1 mi | — |
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Northlake Elementary School Longview | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl Longview | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Mark Morris High School Longview | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Cascade Middle School Longview | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Broadway Learning Center Longview | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Columbia Heights Elementary Longview | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Mint Valley Elementary Longview | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Cowlitz County Youth Services Center Longview | 2.1 mi | — |
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Hudson Park Elementary School Rainier | 2.9 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,705
Median Home Value
$355,200
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
50,845
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
39.8
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|---|---|
| Barnes Elementary Kelso, WA | 6.5 |
| CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | 6.5 |
| Columbia Elementary Burbank, WA | 6.5 |
| Columbia Elementary School Bellingham, WA | 6.5 |
| Emerald Park Elementary School Kent, WA | 6.5 |
| La Conner Elementary La Conner, WA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saint Helens Elementary
What grades does Saint Helens Elementary serve?
Saint Helens Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Saint Helens Elementary?
Saint Helens Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saint Helens Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Saint Helens Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saint Helens Elementary rank in WA?
Saint Helens Elementary ranks #1,041 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Saint Helens Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Saint Helens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Saint Helens Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saint Helens Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Saint Helens Elementary a charter school?
No, Saint Helens Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saint Helens Elementary a Title I school?
No, Saint Helens Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saint Helens Elementary?
93.5% of students at Saint Helens Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 279
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cowlitz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (360) 575-7362
Resources & Links
District
Longview School District- District Enrollment
- 6,378
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,280
- District Rank
- #7 of 17
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