Opal Smith Elementary School serves 592 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Opal Smith Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
54%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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
How many students attend Opal Smith Elementary School?
592 students attend Opal Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Opal Smith Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Opal Smith Elementary School?
Opal Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Opal Smith Elementary School offer ?
Opal Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Opal Smith Elementary School part of?
Opal Smith Elementary School is part of Crandall Independent School District.
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