Serving 651 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Elizabeth Smith Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth Smith Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Elizabeth Smith Academy's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elizabeth Smith Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth Smith Academy is 0.74, which is more 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
#1704 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
29%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Smith Academy's ranking?
Elizabeth Smith Academy is ranked #1704 out of 8,188 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Smith Academy?
651 students attend Elizabeth Smith Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Elizabeth Smith Academy students are Black, 29% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth Smith Academy?
Elizabeth Smith Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Smith Academy offer ?
Elizabeth Smith Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Elizabeth Smith Academy part of?
Elizabeth Smith Academy is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 2/5/2021
Great school. My son loves it here. Wonderful teachers and staff.
1 3/23/2020
Student/Teacher is actually 20:1. Though student population is diverse, the staff is not. The campus is not culturally sensitive to non-white population. I do not like this new way of teaching students. They have a low tolerance for children who are non-white. If you send your child here, please monitor and make your presence known.
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