Best Smith River Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 233 students in Smith River, CA.
The top-ranked public school in Smith River, CA is Smith River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smith River, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Smith River have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Smith River, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smith River Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
134 First St.
Smith River, CA 95567
(707) 464-0370
Gr: K-8 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Smith River, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Smith River, CA include Smith River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Smith River?
1 public schools are located in Smith River.
What is the racial composition of students in Smith River?
Smith River public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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