Serving 694 students in grades 1-5, Smithville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithville Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Smithville school district, covering approximately 294.2 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 19.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smithville Elementary School's student population of 694 students has grown by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
694 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithville Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#3605 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
34%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
57%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithville Elementary School's ranking?
Smithville Elementary School is ranked #3605 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Smithville Elementary School often compared to?
Smithville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emile Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Smithville Elementary School?
694 students attend Smithville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Smithville Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithville Elementary School?
Smithville Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithville Elementary School offer ?
Smithville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Smithville Elementary School part of?
Smithville Elementary School is part of Smithville Independent School District.
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