Serving 553 students in grades 1-5, Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 17% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#7757 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
82%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #7757 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Smith Elementary School?
553 students attend Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% 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 1-5
What school district is Smith Elementary School part of?
Smith Elementary School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Smith Elementary School located?
Smith Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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