Serving 233 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Smith River Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith River Elementary School's student population of 233 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Smith River Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith River 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
#6316 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
17%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Smith River Elementary School's ranking?
Smith River Elementary School is ranked #6316 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Smith River Elementary School often compared to?
Smith River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruch Outdoor Community School, Seiad Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Smith River Elementary School?
233 students attend Smith River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Smith River Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith River Elementary School?
Smith River Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Smith River Elementary School offer ?
Smith River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Smith River Elementary School part of?
Smith River Elementary School is part of Del Norte County Unified School District.
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