Serving 730 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smith Elementary serves the northwest part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families in this zone can expect a typical drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being around 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Elementary School's student population of 730 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
730 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Smith Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#6781 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1993–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
87%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
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 #6781 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Smith Elementary School?
730 students attend Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Elementary School?
Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Smith Elementary School part of?
Smith Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Smith Elementary School located?
Smith Elementary School is located in the Central Northwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Central Northwest.
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