Helix High School

Helix High School

Charter High School | Grade 9-12
4200 Lowell St,  La Mesa, CA
4.3
4.1
2,462 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kevin Osborn
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
83%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
97.6%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
A
College Prep
A+
Administration
A
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A+
Sports
B+
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
83%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
112
Full Time Teachers
106
Part Time Teachers
6
Teachers in First or Second Year
6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
610
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
26
English
27
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
77.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
40%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

10
Test Scores
10
Equity
9
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Math
34.5%
State Average
19.4%
Science
17.1%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
492:1

Student Diversity

Female
49.9%
Male
49.8%
Hispanic
47%
White
24.2%
Black
10.6%
Two or more races
9.3%
Asian
4.8%
Filipino
1.7%
Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Best Charter HS in California
#7 Niche Standout HS in California
#14 Best HS For Athletes in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
San Diego State University 1,016 Students
University of California - San Diego 764 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 606 Students
University of California - Berkeley 446 Students
University of California - Irvine 424 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 409 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 358 Students
University of California - Davis 324 Students
University of San Diego 308 Students
University of Southern California 280 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 244 Students
Business 229 Students
Biology 219 Students
Nursing 141 Students
Computer Science 131 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 102 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 75 Students
Political Science and Government 74 Students
Education 73 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 69 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 753 Reviews
5.0 Sophomore
6/12/2025
I am in coming sophomore so I honestly have had no experience at this school.However my old school was pretty horrific.So that's why I'm transferring to a different school.
5.0 Senior
6/10/2025
My overall experience at Helix has been very fun so far. There is a wide range of activities you are able to participate outside of school. I was mainly involved in sports outside of school. My favorite part about it had to be connecting with my peers outside the classroom. I feel the Helix does a great job at preparing students for college. As freshman students take field trips to SDSU and UCSD to get a glimpse of what college life could potentially look like. I feel that this experience was very valuable to me and a lot of other students because it helped us get a sense of what to look for in a school and what we want in a school. Overall my experience at Helix has been exceptional and has prepared me for what is next to come.
5.0 Senior
3/4/2025
Being a part of Helix has been a wonderful experience. From the numerous academic resources provided to the mental health services, Helix has been a safe place for me to express myself while also getting the support I need. The teachers I've had have also been super patient with me and my individual needs without sacrificing my in-class learning.
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4.1 16 Reviews
5.0 student
8/3/2024
Honestly an amazing school. I truly recommend this school a thousand times. Many staffs speak spanish as well which is extremely helpful for parents whose first language is spanish. They often have surveys to better understand what the students want and need. All the teachers are super respectful an...
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5.0 student
1/13/2020
Great teachers !! Great people !! Thanks for the times !!
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5.0 other
10/22/2019
I just graduated from helix and honestly they prepared me so much for college. Thanks to their guidance and positive attitude I got into many UC's and CSU's. I will always be grateful for the opportunities they provided (Honors, AP, Dual-enrollment) that helped me get to where I am today. I earned s...
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5.0 student
7/11/2019
I am going to be a sophomore this upcoming school year and my experience with Helix has been extremely great. A lot of students who graduated were college ready and majority of the seniors I knew got into UC schools. As a freshmen, there is a class called Helix First where students learn about what...
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California San Diego County La Mesa 91941
Helix High School

Helix High School is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 located at 4200 Lowell St in La Mesa, CA. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,462 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 83% are proficient in reading. Helix High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 97.6%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 26. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Learning Choice Academy - East County, The Charter School of San Diego, Diego Hills Central Public Charter, and more. Learn more about what La Mesa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Helix High School.

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