Helensview High School serves 119 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helensview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Helensview High School's student population of 119 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 140% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
119 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Helensview High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
28%
3%
White
20%
57%
Two or more races
15%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Helensview High School often compared to?
Helensview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alliance High School, Creekside Community High School, Metropolitan Learning Center by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Helensview High School?
119 students attend Helensview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Helensview High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helensview High School?
Helensview High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Helensview High School offer ?
Helensview High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Helensview High School part of?
Helensview High School is part of Multnomah ESD School District.
In what neighborhood is Helensview High School located?
Helensview High School is located in the Sumner neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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