Helman Elementary School

www.ashland.k12.or.us

311 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Helman Elementary School, located in the vibrant community of Ashland, Oregon, is a core institution within the Ashland School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. By leveraging its location in a town known for its strong focus on the arts and education, Helman integrates community values into its curriculum, encouraging students to become curious, lifelong learners who are engaged with the world around them.

The school is characterized by a dedicated teaching staff and a collaborative culture that encourages active participation from parents and local stakeholders. Helman Elementary focuses on providing a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous core subjects with opportunities for enrichment. Through its commitment to a small-town, community-centered approach, the school strives to provide a safe and nurturing foundation that prepares young students for their future transitions into middle school and beyond.

311

Total Students

21.2

Full-Time Teachers

14.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

53.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Helman Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	226
Hispanic	45
Asian	4
Two or More	33
Pacific Islander	2

White
226 (72.9 %)
Hispanic
45 (14.5 %)
Two or More
33 (10.6 %)
Asian
4 (1.3 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.6 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Ashland SD 5
Phone:	(541)482-5620
Website:	http://www.ashland.k12.or.us
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	311
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	167
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 42

Grade 1 39

Grade 2 56

Grade 3 41

Grade 4 69

Grade 5 64