Serving 603 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Smith Elementary School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1415 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
46%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Elementary School is ranked #1415 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riddle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Smith Elementary School?
603 students attend Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Smith Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Elementary School?
Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smith Elementary School offer ?
Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Smith Elementary School part of?
Smith Elementary School is part of Frisco ISD School District.
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