Serving 187 students in grades 6-8, Helper Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helper Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Helper Middle School's student population of 187 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helper Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helper Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#726 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helper Middle School's ranking?
Helper Middle School is ranked #726 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Helper Middle School?
187 students attend Helper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Helper Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helper Middle School?
Helper Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Helper Middle School offer ?
Helper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Helper Middle School part of?
Helper Middle School is part of Carbon School District.
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