Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smithfield Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithfield Elementary serves the northeast part of North Richland Hills, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Smithfield Elementary School's student population of 658 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithfield Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithfield Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#599 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
54%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithfield Elementary School's ranking?
Smithfield Elementary School is ranked #599 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Smithfield Elementary School often compared to?
Smithfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W A Porter Elementary School, Holiday Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Smithfield Elementary School?
658 students attend Smithfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Smithfield Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithfield Elementary School?
Smithfield Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithfield Elementary School offer ?
Smithfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Smithfield Elementary School part of?
Smithfield Elementary School is part of Birdville Independent School District.
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