ARPrimaryProfile data from NCES 2023-24

J.F. WAHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — School Profile & District Info

Primary|HELENA, Arkansas|HELENA / WEST HELENA SCHOOL DISTRICT

HELENA, AR 72342

School Profile

Grades
PK–6
Enrollment
541
Student:Teacher
15.5:1
Locale
Rural
Econ. Disadvantaged
100.0%

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
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.8:1
Worse than average in AR

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$14,610
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 25%State 32%Local 44%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$51,568
-6.0% YoY
Helena, AR metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
High
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

539
Current enrollment
Declining(-17% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about J.F. WAHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

As of the most recent data, 541 students are enrolled at J.F. WAHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. It is a Primary school within the local district.

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