Serving 595 students in grades Kindergarten-6, James Franklin Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Franklin 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
James Franklin Smith Elementary School's student population of 595 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
595 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
James Franklin Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Franklin Smith Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#181 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
74%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Franklin Smith Elementary School's ranking?
James Franklin Smith Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are James Franklin Smith Elementary School often compared to?
James Franklin Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tom Matsumoto Elementary School, Carolyn A. Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend James Franklin Smith Elementary School?
595 students attend James Franklin Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of James Franklin Smith Elementary School students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Franklin Smith Elementary School?
James Franklin Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James Franklin Smith Elementary School offer ?
James Franklin Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is James Franklin Smith Elementary School part of?
James Franklin Smith Elementary School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is James Franklin Smith Elementary School located?
James Franklin Smith Elementary School is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Evergreen.
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