Needs Improvement
#8673 of 9,539 schools in CA
Katherine R. Smith Elementary
Elementary School · Evergreen Elementary
2025 Clarice Dr., San Jose, CA 95122
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,673 of 9,539
In San Jose
#201 of 223
public schools
In district
#15 of 16
Evergreen Elementary
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Katherine R. Smith Elementary
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About Katherine R. Smith Elementary
Katherine R. Smith Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Evergreen Elementary. Katherine R.
Smith Elementary serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Katherine R. Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,673 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Katherine R. Smith Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Katherine R. Smith Elementary runs 21.1:1 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.
35% of students at Katherine R. 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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Katherine R. Smith Elementary — Students at Katherine R. Smith Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 4.0/10.
How Katherine R. Smith Elementary Compares
See how Katherine R. Smith Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2025 Clarice Dr., San Jose, CA 95122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Katherine R. Smith Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOST HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Windmill Springs Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOST HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL San Jose | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Most Holy Trinity School San Jose | 0.4 mi | — |
| Alpha Cindy Avitia High San Jose | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| William C. Overfelt High San Jose | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Apollo High San Jose | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Donald J. Meyer Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Renaissance Academy San Jose | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| O. B. Whaley Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Alpha: Jose Hernandez San Jose | 0.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Alpha: Blanca Alvarado San Jose | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| LIBERTY BAPTIST SCHOOL San Jose | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| O. S. Hubbard Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| George V. LeyVa Intermediate San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Ocala Middle San Jose | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Sylvia Cassell Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| A. J. Dorsa Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Windmill Springs Elementary San Jose | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP Heartwood Academy San Jose | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy San Jose | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,406
Median Home Value
$838,900
Median Rent
$2,424/mo
Population
52,206
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. J. Dorsa Elementary San Jose, CA | 3.9 |
| A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 3.9 |
| Alberhill Elementary Lake Elsinore, CA | 3.9 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael, CA | 3.9 |
| Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy Oakland, CA | 3.9 |
| Boone Elementary San Diego, CA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Katherine R. Smith Elementary
What grades does Katherine R. Smith Elementary serve?
Katherine R. Smith Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Katherine R. Smith Elementary?
Katherine R. Smith Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Katherine R. Smith Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Katherine R. Smith Elementary is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Katherine R. Smith Elementary rank in CA?
Katherine R. Smith Elementary ranks #8,673 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Katherine R. Smith Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Katherine R. Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Katherine R. Smith Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Katherine R. Smith Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Katherine R. Smith Elementary a charter school?
No, Katherine R. Smith Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Katherine R. Smith Elementary a Title I school?
No, Katherine R. Smith Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Katherine R. Smith Elementary?
50.4% of students at Katherine R. 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (408) 270-6751
Resources & Links
District
Evergreen Elementary- District Enrollment
- 8,779
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,110
- District Rank
- #15 of 16
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