Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-6, G. W. Hellyer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
G. W. Hellyer Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Hellyer Eagles will SOAR to success by being safe, open-minded, accountable, and respectful.
School Rankings
G. W. Hellyer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G. W. Hellyer Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G. W. Hellyer Elementary School's ranking?
G. W. Hellyer Elementary School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are G. W. Hellyer Elementary School often compared to?
G. W. Hellyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocketship Mosaic Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend G. W. Hellyer Elementary School?
374 students attend G. W. Hellyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of G. W. Hellyer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of G. W. Hellyer Elementary School?
G. W. Hellyer Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does G. W. Hellyer Elementary School offer ?
G. W. Hellyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is G. W. Hellyer Elementary School part of?
G. W. Hellyer Elementary School is part of Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is G. W. Hellyer Elementary School located?
G. W. Hellyer Elementary School is located in the Hellyer neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Hellyer.
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