Serving 331 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lucille J. Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lucille J. Smith Elementary serves a central area in Lawndale, CA, covering approximately 0.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucille J. Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lucille J. Smith Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Cheetah Way! At Smith Elementary, our students are Safe, Polite, Outstanding, and Trustworthy!
School Rankings
Lucille J. Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucille J. Smith Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#3451 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucille J. Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Lucille J. Smith Elementary School is ranked #3451 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lucille J. Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Lucille J. Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eucalyptus, Jefferson Elementary School, Hollyglen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lucille J. Smith Elementary School?
331 students attend Lucille J. Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lucille J. Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucille J. Smith Elementary School?
Lucille J. Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lucille J. Smith Elementary School offer ?
Lucille J. Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lucille J. Smith Elementary School part of?
Lucille J. Smith Elementary School is part of Lawndale Elementary School District.
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