Serving 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Smith Elementary School's student population of 626 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smith Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#5836 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
64%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Elementary School is ranked #5836 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennedy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Smith Elementary School?
626 students attend Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Elementary School?
Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smith Elementary School offer ?
Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Smith Elementary School part of?
Smith Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Smith Elementary School located?
Smith Elementary School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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