Serving 291 students in grades 3-6, St. Helena Arts And Technology 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% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy's student population of 291 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Helena Arts And Technology 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 St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy is 0.19, 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
#1122 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
90%
42%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy's ranking?
St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy is ranked #1122 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy?
291 students attend St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy?
St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy offer ?
St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy part of?
St. Helena Arts And Technology Academy is part of St. Helena Parish School District.
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