Very Good
#2300 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Agnes L. Smith Elementary
Elementary School · Huntington Beach City Elementary
770 17th St., Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,300 of 9,539
In Huntington Beach
#16 of 32
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Huntington Beach City Elementary
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Agnes L. Smith Elementary
Agnes L. Smith Elementary is a public elementary school in Huntington Beach, CA, part of Huntington Beach City Elementary. Agnes L.
Smith Elementary serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Agnes L. Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,300 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Agnes L. Smith Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Agnes L. Smith Elementary runs 25:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Agnes L. Smith Elementary — Students at Agnes L. Smith Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Agnes L. Smith Elementary Compares
See how Agnes L. Smith Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
770 17th St., Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Agnes L. Smith Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Courreges (Roch) Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Fountain Valley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Newland (William T.) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, S. A. Moffett Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Huntington Beach, see our Huntington Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ethel Dwyer Middle Huntington Beach | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Huntington Beach High Huntington Beach | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| FUSION ACADEMY HUNTINGTON BEACH SEACLIFF VILLAGE Huntington Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Patti's Preschool, Inc. Huntington Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| HOLY FAMILY INSTITUTE Huntington Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| Holy Family Institute Huntington Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| Kinetic Academy Huntington Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Huntington Seacliff Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| John R. Peterson Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Newland (William T.) Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| S. A. Moffett Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Elm Tree Academy Huntington Beach | 1.9 mi | — |
| STS SIMON & JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Huntington Beach | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Simon and St. Jude Elementary Huntington Beach | 2.0 mi | — |
| Mesa View Middle Huntington Beach | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Talbert (Samuel E.) Middle Huntington Beach | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Hope View Elementary Huntington Beach | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Courreges (Roch) Elementary Fountain Valley | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Isaac L. Sowers Middle Huntington Beach | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Golden View Elementary Huntington Beach | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,993
Median Home Value
$1,176,000
Median Rent
$2,324/mo
Population
45,521
College Educated
51.2%
Homeownership
46.8%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
44
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| Alta Vista Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Agnes L. Smith Elementary
What grades does Agnes L. Smith Elementary serve?
Agnes L. Smith Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Agnes L. Smith Elementary?
Agnes L. Smith Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Agnes L. Smith Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Agnes L. Smith Elementary is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Agnes L. Smith Elementary rank in CA?
Agnes L. Smith Elementary ranks #2,300 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Agnes L. Smith Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Agnes L. Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Agnes L. Smith Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Agnes L. Smith Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Agnes L. Smith Elementary a charter school?
No, Agnes L. Smith Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Agnes L. Smith Elementary a Title I school?
No, Agnes L. Smith Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Agnes L. Smith Elementary?
43.4% of students at Agnes L. Smith Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 576
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (714) 536-1469
Resources & Links
District
Huntington Beach City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,628
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,730
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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