Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Helotes Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helotes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Helotes Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Helotes Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helotes Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#807 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helotes Elementary School's ranking?
Helotes Elementary School is ranked #807 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Helotes Elementary School often compared to?
Helotes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Helotes Elementary School?
313 students attend Helotes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Helotes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helotes Elementary School?
Helotes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Helotes Elementary School offer ?
Helotes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Helotes Elementary School part of?
Helotes Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Helotes Elementary School located?
Helotes Elementary School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of Helotes, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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