Serving 681 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Larry G Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Larry G. Smith Elementary serves the northeast part of Mesquite, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 1.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larry G Smith Elementary School's student population of 681 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
681 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Larry G Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larry G Smith Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3513 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
79%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larry G Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Larry G Smith Elementary School is ranked #3513 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Larry G Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Larry G Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles A Gill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Larry G Smith Elementary School?
681 students attend Larry G Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Larry G Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larry G Smith Elementary School?
Larry G Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Larry G Smith Elementary School offer ?
Larry G Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Larry G Smith Elementary School part of?
Larry G Smith Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
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