St. Helens School District

What St. Helens School District does

St. Helens School District (School District #502) is a public K-12 school district headquartered in St. Helens, Oregon, serving approximately 3,000 students across Columbia County, including the communities of St. Helens, Columbia City, Yankton, Deer Island, and surrounding rural areas. The district operates eight school sites: three elementary schools (McBride, Lewis & Clark, and Columbia City), one middle school, one comprehensive high school (St. Helens High School, OSAA 5A), one alternative high school (Plymouth), the St. Helens Virtual Academy for online learners, and the Early College High School program operated jointly with Portland Community College. Students are assigned to schools by residential address under geographic attendance boundaries, with intradistrict and interdistrict transfer options available. Educational programs span early childhood through grade 12, including a 4-star rated Cubs Corner infant/toddler childcare program, Preschool Promise, TAG gifted services, Special Education, AVID college readiness, and Career and Technical Education pathways in trades such as Building Construction, Auto Mechanics, Metals Fabrication, and Culinary Arts. Athletics compete at the OSAA 5A classification, with award-winning drama and band programs.

The district's technology platform is built on a multi-vendor edtech stack centered on Canvas LMS for secondary instruction (grades 6-12), ParentSquare as the primary district-wide communication and emergency notification system, ParentVUE for parent access to grades and attendance, Synergy as the student information system, ClassLink for single sign-on, TouchBase and InTouch for student fee and meal payments, PeachJar for electronic flyers, and FlashAlert for emergency communications. The district maintains a Family Resource Center providing translation, technology access, parent workshops, and McKinney-Vento homeless student services.

Revenue is derived from Oregon's State School Funding formula (per-student allocation weighted by demographic factors), local property taxes, federal program grants (Title I-A, Title IV), and nominal student fees and facility rentals. Tuition is free for district residents. Governance is provided by a locally elected five-member School Board under Oregon state authority. The St. Helens Student Foundation, a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 93-1224204), provides supplementary classroom grants and scholarships.

Name

St. Helens School District

Legal name

St. Helens School District

Website

https://sthelens.k12.or.us

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

St. Helens School District is a public K-12 school district in Columbia County, Oregon, serving approximately 3,000 students across 8 school sites through traditional, virtual, and early-college programs funded primarily by state and local sources.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB), Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Elementary education services
• Secondary education programs
• Early childhood education
• Vocational training programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Helens

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. State School Funding: Primary funding from Oregon state school funding formula based on student enrollment and demographic factors
2. Local Property Taxes: Local property tax revenues supporting district operations
3. Federal Programs: Federal funding including Title I-A, Title IV, and other federal education grants
4. Student Fees and Services: Fees for student activities, athletics registration, meal payments, and facility use rentals

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

St. Helens School District is a public K-12 school district serving approximately 3,000 students across 8 school sites in Columbia County, Oregon. The district provides free public education from preschool through 12th grade, including elementary (K-5), middle school (6-8), high school (9-12), alternative education, and virtual academy programs. The district also operates Cubs Corner Childcare, Preschool Promise, Early College High School partnership with Portland Community College, Career and Technical Education (CTE), AVID college readiness, and a Family Resource Center.

Product overview

St. Helens School District operates a comprehensive K-12 educational system serving nearly 3,000 students across 8 school sites in St. Helens, Oregon. The district's technology portfolio centers on Canvas Learning Management System for secondary school instruction, ParentSquare for district-wide communications, ParentVUE for parent portals, and TouchBase for payments. The district provides educational programs from 4-star rated Cubs Corner infant/toddler childcare through high school graduation, including St. Helens Virtual Academy for online learners, Early College High School partnership with Portland Community College, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, AVID college readiness, and TAG gifted education. The St. Helens Student Foundation (501(c)(3)) supports classroom grants and scholarships. The district also operates a Family Resource Center offering community connections, translation services, and McKinney-Vento homeless assistance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cubs Corner Childcare: 4-star rated infant/toddler and preschool childcare program serving the district community
• Early College High School
• St. Helens Virtual Academy

Products and services

• Elementary Education (K-5) Free public elementary education program serving kindergarten through 5th grade students across Columbia City Elementary, Lewis & Clark Elementary, and McBride Elementary schools. Targets district residents and addresses access to quality public education and college and career readiness.
• Middle School Education (6-8) Free public middle school education program serving grades 6-8 at St. Helens Middle School. Provides core academic instruction, performing arts programs, and OSAA athletics.
• High School Education (9-12) Free public high school education program serving grades 9-12 at St. Helens High School (OSAA 5A competition level). Includes comprehensive academic, athletic, performing arts, CTE, and AVID programs preparing students for college and career.
• Cubs Corner Childcare 4-star rated infant and toddler childcare program operated by the district, located at St. Helens High School, serving families from early childhood through graduation.
• Preschool Promise District preschool program providing early childhood education through partnerships with community preschool locations including Columbia City Otter Pup Preschool and McBride Mini Mustangs Preschool.
• St. Helens Virtual Academy District-operated online/virtual school program providing K-12 education for students seeking alternative or supplemental learning options.
• Early College High School Partnership program with Portland Community College allowing students to earn high school diplomas while simultaneously accumulating college credits. Students average 75-80 transferable college credits with approximately 40% achieving an Associate of Arts degree.
• Family Resource Center District-operated family engagement center promoting student and family well-being through community connections, translation services, technology access, parent workshops, and McKinney-Vento homeless assistance.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) Comprehensive college and career readiness program offering vocational and technical training in areas including Building Construction, Auto Mechanics, Metals Fabrication, Culinary Arts, and Early Childhood Development.
• AVID College Readiness Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program providing college readiness support and preparation for traditionally underrepresented students.
• Tutoring Services Academic tutoring services offered to district students to support learning and achievement.
• TAG Program Talented and Gifted program providing enriched educational opportunities for identified gifted students across the district.
• Special Education Services Special education services and accommodations for students with disabilities, managed through the district's Student Services department.

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Columbia Community Mental Health (CCMH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental health services provider with location at 58646 McNulty Way, St. Helens. Provides mental health support services to students and families. Open M-TH 8am-7pm, Fri 8am-5pm. Phone: 800-294-5211 or 503-397-5211.
• Lions Wellness CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth center located at 2370 Gable Road, St. Helens. Part of Columbia Health organization. Hours: Tues, Thurs, Fri 8am-4:30pm. Phone: 800-244-4870.
• Sacagawea Health CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchool-based health center at 800 N. 18th St., St. Helens. Services include physicals, immunizations, and health counseling. Hours: Mon and Thurs 8am-4:30pm. Phone: 503-366-7645.
• Community Action Team (CAT)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocated at 125 N. 17th Street, St. Helens. Provides housing and support services. Hours M-F 8:30-5pm (closed 12:30-1:30). Phone: 503-397-3511.
• Portland Community College (PCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEarly College High School partnership enabling students to earn college credits at PCC Rock Creek and Sylvania campuses while completing high school requirements. Students average 75-80 transferable college credits; 40% earn Associate of Arts degree upon graduation.
• Healthy FamiliesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEarly childhood support program at 125 N. 17th Street, St. Helens. Phone: 503-366-6556. Hours M-F 8:30am-5pm.
• St. Helens Head StartminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPreschool program located at 2750 Columbia Blvd., St. Helens. Phone: 503-397-4114.
• Women, Infants and Children (WIC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNutrition program at 1560 Columbia Blvd., St. Helens. Phone: 503-397-4651. Hours M-F 8-4:30pm.
• St. Helens Student FoundationminorOthers501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation supporting academic programs and scholarships. EIN: 93-1224204. Supports 6th Grade Outdoor School, Sacagawea Health Center, and various student scholarships.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• North Clackamas School District: Oregon public K-12 district serving Portland metro suburbs. Comparable as a multi-school district with similar grade-level configuration (elementary, middle, high) and student population range.
• Gresham-Barlow School District: Oregon public K-12 district east of Portland. Directly comparable as a multi-school district serving similar enrollment count range with comparable CTE and college-readiness programs.
• Hillsboro School District: Public K-12 district serving western Portland metro with strong CTE and dual-language programs. Comparable as a same-state peer district with similar reliance on state funding and a comparable mix of urban-adjacent and suburban enrollment.
• Salem-Keizer Public Schools: Large Oregon public K-12 district with comparable program offerings including CTE, alternative education, and summer programs. Direct peer operating under the same state funding formula.
• David Douglas School District: Mid-sized Oregon public K-12 district east of Portland. Comparable as a peer district with similar ESL/ELL, Title I, and wraparound service demands given demographic mix.
• Tigard-Tualatin School District: Oregon public K-12 district in Portland metro. Comparable as a peer district offering AVID, CTE, and dual-credit programs with similar reliance on state funding and property taxes.
• Oregon Trail School District: Smaller Oregon public K-12 district serving a corridor east of Portland. Highly comparable geographic fit as a semi-rural, Portland-adjacent district with similar student population and program offerings.
• Portland Public Schools: Oregon's largest public K-12 district serving Portland metro. Directly comparable as a public school district operating under the same Oregon state funding formula with similar program breadth (CTE, dual enrollment, ESL).
• Beaverton School District: Large Oregon public K-12 district in the Portland metro area. Comparable as a peer district serving similar demographics with extensive CTE, AVID, and dual-credit programs; also hosts an Early College High School partnership that mirrors St. Helens' model.

Regional players

• Newberg School District: Oregon public K-12 district in the Willamette Valley southwest of Portland. Comparable as a regional peer district operating under the same state framework with similar mid-size enrollment profile.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries9 records

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