Serving 591 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Agnes L. Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Agnes L. Smith Elementary serves the northwest section of Huntington Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Agnes L. Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Agnes L. Smith Elementary School's student population of 591 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
591 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Agnes L. Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agnes L. Smith Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1280 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
School Mascot
Surfers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agnes L. Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Agnes L. Smith Elementary School is ranked #1280 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Agnes L. Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Agnes L. Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntington Seacliff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Agnes L. Smith Elementary School?
591 students attend Agnes L. Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Agnes L. Smith Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Agnes L. Smith Elementary School?
Agnes L. Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Agnes L. Smith Elementary School offer ?
Agnes L. Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Agnes L. Smith Elementary School part of?
Agnes L. Smith Elementary School is part of Huntington Beach City Elementary School District.
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