Serving 65 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Grace Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grace Smith Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Niland, CA, encompassing approximately 399.6 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 25.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grace Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Grace Smith Elementary School's student population of 65 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
65 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
'We are committed in providing a quality educational program.'
School Rankings
Grace Smith Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grace Smith Elementary School is 0.33, which is less 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
#5379 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grace Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Grace Smith Elementary School is ranked #5379 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Grace Smith Elementary School?
65 students attend Grace Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Grace Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grace Smith Elementary School?
Grace Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Grace Smith Elementary School offer ?
Grace Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Grace Smith Elementary School part of?
Grace Smith Elementary School is part of Calipatria Unified School District.
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