What grades does J.F. WAHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

J.F. WAHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the HELENA area.

Where is J.F. WAHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

J.F. WAHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a rural school in HELENA, AR.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J.F. WAHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at J.F. WAHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is 15.5:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in HELENA, AR?

Schools in HELENA include J.F. WAHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the HELENA area.

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J.F. Wahl Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

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HELENA, AR 72342

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School Profile

Grades

PK–6

Enrollment

541

Student:Teacher

15.5:1

Locale

Rural

District

HELENA / WEST HELENA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(870)338-4425

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

21%

14th percentile in AR

Math Proficiency

15%

10th percentile in AR

Chronic Absenteeism

8.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

22 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.8:1

Worse than average in AR

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

600

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

47% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,610

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,643

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$26,437

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 25%State 32%Local 44%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$51,568

-6.0% 1yr-23.9% 5yr

Helena, AR metro area

Community Need Level

High

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

44.4%

Below 150% poverty line

14.2%

Unemployment rate

7.6%

Uninsured residents

18.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

130

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

130

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

24%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

49 (38%)

Specific Learning Disability

24 (18%)

Intellectual Disability

23 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

15 (12%)

Autism

9 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

3 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

539

Current enrollment

Declining(-17% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

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Mon, Nov 9, 2026

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Mon, Dec 14, 2026

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in HELENA / WEST HELENA SCHOOL DISTRICT. J.F. Wahl Elementary School follows the district calendar.

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Mon, Sep 14, 2026	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
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