Serving 635 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Smithville Elementary School's student population of 635 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smithville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithville Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#2697 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
54%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #2697 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Smithville Elementary School?
635 students attend Smithville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Smithville Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithville Elementary School?
Smithville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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 ISD School District.
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