Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Katherine R. Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Katherine R. Smith Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Campus Size
3
School Rankings
Katherine R. 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 Katherine R. Smith Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#7157 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine R. Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Katherine R. Smith Elementary School is ranked #7157 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Katherine R. Smith Elementary School?
379 students attend Katherine R. Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Katherine R. Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Katherine R. Smith Elementary School?
Katherine R. Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Katherine R. Smith Elementary School offer ?
Katherine R. Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Katherine R. Smith Elementary School part of?
Katherine R. Smith Elementary School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Katherine R. Smith Elementary School located?
Katherine R. Smith Elementary School is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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