Helena P.a.l. serves 58 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helena P.a.l.'s student population of 58 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Helena P.a.l. is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
2%
1%
White
79%
76%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Helena P.a.l.?
58 students attend Helena P.a.l..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Helena P.a.l. students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helena P.a.l.?
Helena P.a.l. has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Helena P.a.l. offer ?
Helena P.a.l. offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Helena P.a.l. part of?
Helena P.a.l. is part of Helena High School District.
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