Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nancy Smith 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nancy Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Nancy Smith Elementary School's student population of 260 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
260 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Nancy Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nancy Smith Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#3557 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%

Hispanic
23%
53%

Black
n/a
13%

White
73%
25%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nancy Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Nancy Smith Elementary School is ranked #3557 out of 8,188 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nancy Smith Elementary School?
260 students attend Nancy Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Nancy Smith Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nancy Smith Elementary School?
Nancy Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nancy Smith Elementary School offer ?
Nancy Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Nancy Smith Elementary School part of?
Nancy Smith Elementary School is part of Albany Independent School District.
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