Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Smyer Schools ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smyer Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Smyer Schools's student population of 417 students has grown by 101% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smyer Schools ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smyer Schools is 0.52, 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
#2147 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
52%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smyer Schools's ranking?
Smyer Schools is ranked #2147 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smyer Schools?
The graduation rate of Smyer Schools is 90%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Smyer Schools?
417 students attend Smyer Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Smyer Schools students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smyer Schools?
Smyer Schools has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smyer Schools offer ?
Smyer Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Smyer Schools part of?
Smyer Schools is part of Smyer ISD School District.
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