HELMWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Helmwood Heights Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Elizabethtown Independent school district, located in Elizabethtown, KY with about 415 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Helmwood Heights Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Helmwood Heights Elementary School, located on Cardinal Drive in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Elizabethtown Independent School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for its students, emphasizing both academic excellence and the social-emotional development of its young learners. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare children for success in their middle school years and beyond, often utilizing modern instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student body.

Beyond its academic program, Helmwood Heights is known for being an active part of the Elizabethtown community. The school benefits from a collaborative relationship between dedicated faculty, staff, and involved parents, all of whom contribute to a positive school culture. With a focus on character education and community engagement, the school strives to provide a safe and encouraging space where students are empowered to grow, explore their interests, and build strong interpersonal skills during their formative years.

For more information, contact Helmwood Heights Elementary School at (270) 769-1328 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.