Serving 628 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smiley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smiley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Smiley Elementary School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smiley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smiley Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2355 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smiley Elementary School's ranking?
Smiley Elementary School is ranked #2355 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Smiley Elementary School often compared to?
Smiley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsbury Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School, Kimberly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Smiley Elementary School?
628 students attend Smiley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Smiley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smiley Elementary School?
Smiley Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Smiley Elementary School offer ?
Smiley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Smiley Elementary School part of?
Smiley Elementary School is part of Redlands Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Smiley Elementary School located?
Smiley Elementary School is located in the South Redlands neighborhood of Redlands, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in South Redlands.
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