Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Helen M. Lehman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helen M. Lehman Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Helen M. Lehman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen M. Lehman Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#9383 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Helen M. Lehman Elementary School's ranking?
Helen M. Lehman Elementary School is ranked #9383 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Helen M. Lehman Elementary School often compared to?
Helen M. Lehman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert F. Biella Elementary School, Wright Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Helen M. Lehman Elementary School?
381 students attend Helen M. Lehman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Helen M. Lehman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helen M. Lehman Elementary School?
Helen M. Lehman Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Helen M. Lehman Elementary School offer ?
Helen M. Lehman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Helen M. Lehman Elementary School part of?
Helen M. Lehman Elementary School is part of Santa Rosa Elementary School District.
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