Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith Elementary School 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 70% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Smith Elementary School's student population of 533 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Smith Elementary School 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 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#878 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
46%
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
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School Notes- School Mascot: Wild Boars
What is Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Elementary School is ranked #878 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
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 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Smith Elementary School?
533 students attend Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Smith Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Elementary School?
Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smith Elementary School offer ?
Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Smith Elementary School part of?
Smith Elementary School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Smith Elementary School located?
Smith Elementary School is located in the Preston Smith neighborhood of Lubbock, TX.
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