Serving 1,133 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences's student population of 1,133 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6075 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences's ranking?
Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences is ranked #6075 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences often compared to?
Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Tierra Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
1,133 students attend Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences offer ?
Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences part of?
Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences located?
Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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