Serving 777 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Cedric C Smith ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedric C Smith ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cedric C Smith's student population of 777 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
777 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedric C Smith ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedric C Smith is 0.57, 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
#1008 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
55%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
36%
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
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Cedric C Smith's ranking?
Cedric C Smith is ranked #1008 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cedric C Smith often compared to?
Cedric C Smithis often viewed alongside schools like Deretchin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cedric C Smith?
777 students attend Cedric C Smith.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cedric C Smith students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedric C Smith?
Cedric C Smith has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedric C Smith offer ?
Cedric C Smith offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Cedric C Smith part of?
Cedric C Smith is part of Magnolia Independent School District.
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