Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Helix Aviation Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helix Aviation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Helix Aviation Academy's student population of 383 students has grown by 596% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 500% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Helix Aviation Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helix Aviation Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#906 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
97%
42%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helix Aviation Academy's ranking?
Helix Aviation Academy is ranked #906 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Helix Aviation Academy?
383 students attend Helix Aviation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Helix Aviation Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helix Aviation Academy?
Helix Aviation Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Helix Aviation Academy offer ?
Helix Aviation Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Helix Aviation Academy part of?
Helix Aviation Academy is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Helix Aviation Academy located?
Helix Aviation Academy is located in the South Baton Rouge neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in South Baton Rouge.
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