Charles Helmers Elementary
524 Students
Elementary School K - 6th
School Overview
Charles Helmers Elementary School, located in the West Hills neighborhood of Valencia, California, is a public school serving students from transitional kindergarten through sixth grade as part of the Saugus Union School District. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, community-oriented environment. Its curriculum emphasizes core subjects while integrating technology and character development to prepare students for future success, reflecting the broader district’s focus on high standards and student-centered learning.
The campus is recognized for its active parent and community involvement, which plays a significant role in enriching the student experience through various extracurricular activities and support programs. By focusing on both intellectual growth and social-emotional well-being, Charles Helmers Elementary aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to be curious, collaborative, and engaged learners. As a key fixture within the Saugus Union School District, the school maintains a reputation for stability and dedication to the diverse needs of its local families.
The campus is recognized for its active parent and community involvement, which plays a significant role in enriching the student experience through various extracurricular activities and support programs. By focusing on both intellectual growth and social-emotional well-being, Charles Helmers Elementary aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to be curious, collaborative, and engaged learners. As a key fixture within the Saugus Union School District, the school maintains a reputation for stability and dedication to the diverse needs of its local families.
524
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
26.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 215 |
| Hispanic | 182 |
| Black | 12 |
| Asian | 59 |
| Two or More | 56 |
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White215 (41.0%)
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Hispanic182 (34.7%)
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Asian59 (11.3%)
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Two or More56 (10.7%)
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Black12 (2.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Saugus Union |
| Phone: | (661)294-5345 |
| Website: | http://www.saugususd.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 6th |
| Total Students: | 524 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 20.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 26.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 91 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 22 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
140
Grade 1
62
Grade 2
65
Grade 3
61
Grade 4
66
Grade 5
62
Grade 6
68
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 140 |
| Grade 1 | 62 |
| Grade 2 | 65 |
| Grade 3 | 61 |
| Grade 4 | 66 |
| Grade 5 | 62 |
| Grade 6 | 68 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 257 | 49% |
| Male | 267 | 51% |
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