Below Average
#7931 of 9,539 schools in CA
Gerald A. Smith Elementary
Elementary School · Colton Joint Unified
9551 Linden Ave., Bloomington, CA 92316
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,931 of 9,539
In Bloomington
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#23 of 27
Colton Joint Unified
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Gerald A. Smith Elementary
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About Gerald A. Smith Elementary
Gerald A. Smith Elementary is a public elementary school in Bloomington, CA, part of Colton Joint Unified. Gerald A.
Smith Elementary serves approximately 569 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gerald A. Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,931 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gerald A. Smith Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gerald A. Smith Elementary runs 22.8:1 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.
43% of students at Gerald A. Smith Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gerald A. Smith Elementary — Students at Gerald A. Smith Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Gerald A. Smith Elementary Compares
See how Gerald A. 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
9551 Linden Ave., Bloomington, CA 92316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gerald A. Smith Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruth Grimes Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Samuel W. Simpson Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Rialto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sam V. Curtis Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Rialto), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bloomington, see our Bloomington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Elementary Fontana | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Mary B. Lewis Elementary Bloomington | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL RIALTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rialto | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Calvary Chapel Rialto Christian School Rialto | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ruth Grimes Elementary Bloomington | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Slover Mountain High (Continuation) Bloomington | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Samuel W. Simpson Elementary Rialto | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Rialto Middle Rialto | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Dolores Huerta International Academy Fontana | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Altus Academy Rialto | 1.5 mi | — |
| Charlotte N. Werner Elementary Rialto | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Joe Baca Bloomington | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Ted Porter Elementary Fontana | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Sam V. Curtis Elementary Rialto | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Palmetto Elementary Fontana | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Dr. John H. Milor High Continuation Rialto | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Bloomington High Bloomington | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Zupanic Virtual Academy Rialto | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Walter Zimmerman Elementary Bloomington | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| South Tamarind Elementary Fontana | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,117
Median Home Value
$448,200
Median Rent
$1,450/mo
Population
31,909
College Educated
10.6%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
33.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gerald A. Smith Elementary
What grades does Gerald A. Smith Elementary serve?
Gerald A. Smith Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Gerald A. Smith Elementary?
Gerald A. Smith Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 569 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gerald A. Smith Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gerald A. Smith Elementary is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gerald A. Smith Elementary rank in CA?
Gerald A. Smith Elementary ranks #7,931 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gerald A. Smith Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gerald A. Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Gerald A. Smith Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gerald A. Smith Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gerald A. Smith Elementary a charter school?
No, Gerald A. Smith Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gerald A. Smith Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gerald A. Smith Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gerald A. Smith Elementary?
87.7% of students at Gerald A. 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 569
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (909) 580-5033
Resources & Links
District
Colton Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,912
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,938
- District Rank
- #23 of 27
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