The St. Helena Unified School District is comprised of a primary school and elementary school, a middle school and a high school.

The District is a Basic Aid District with a yearly budget of approximately $22 million. Through parent groups, the St. Helena Public Schools Foundation and unmatched gifting, the local community augments the athletic and fine arts programs, enriches classrooms and provides an impressive number of scholarships to high school graduates. There is strong community support for the schools, including a tremendous volunteer support program.