Serving 245 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Smith River Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith River Elementary School's student population of 245 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Smith River Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
17%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
28%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Smith River Elementary School often compared to?
Smith River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seiad Elementary School, Ruch Outdoor Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Smith River Elementary School?
245 students attend Smith River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Smith River Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith River Elementary School?
Smith River Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Smith River Elementary School offer ?
Smith River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Smith River Elementary School part of?
Smith River Elementary School is part of Del Norte County Unified School District.
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