Serving 626 students in grades 3-5, Orin C Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orin C Smith Elementary School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orin C Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orin C Smith Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#888 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)58%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
22%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
71%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orin C Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Orin C Smith Elementary School is ranked #888 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Orin C Smith Elementary School?
626 students attend Orin C Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Orin C Smith Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orin C Smith Elementary School?
Orin C Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orin C Smith Elementary School offer ?
Orin C Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Orin C Smith Elementary School part of?
Orin C Smith Elementary School is part of Chehalis School District.
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