Below Average
#7034 of 8,552 schools in TX
Smith EL
Elementary School · MESQUITE ISD
2300 MESQUITE VALLEY RD, Mesquite, TX 75149
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,034 of 8,552
In Mesquite
#46 of 50
public schools
In district
#43 of 50
MESQUITE ISD
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Smith EL
Elementary School in Mesquite · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Smith EL
Smith EL is a public elementary school in Mesquite, TX, part of MESQUITE ISD. Smith EL serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Smith EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,034 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Smith EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Smith EL — Students at Smith EL score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Smith EL Compares
See how Smith EL 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
2300 MESQUITE VALLEY RD, Mesquite, TX 75149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smith EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUTHERFORD EL (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLACK EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesquite, see our Mesquite schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BERRY MIDDLE Mesquite | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| RUTHERFORD EL Mesquite | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| GENTRY EL Mesquite | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| PIRRUNG EL Mesquite | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| HORN H S Mesquite | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| DR DON WOOLLEY MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| TERRY MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| THOMPSON EL Mesquite | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| VROONLAND - VANGUARD H S Mesquite | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| AGNEW MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| MESQUITE BAPTIST ACADEMY Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| BLACK EL Mesquite | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ACHZIGER EL Mesquite | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SHAW EL Mesquite | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| C P PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mesquite | 2.0 mi | — |
| MESQUITE H S Mesquite | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| NEW MIDDLE Mesquite | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| CALVARY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesquite | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MACKEY EL Balch Springs | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,629
Median Home Value
$207,500
Median Rent
$1,408/mo
Population
58,849
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
34.1
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| ALCORTA EL Abilene, TX | 4.5 |
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| BOWIE EL Rosenberg, TX | 4.5 |
| BROOKS-QUINN-JONES EL Nacogdoches, TX | 4.5 |
| BURGIN EL Arlington, TX | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smith EL
What grades does Smith EL serve?
Smith EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Smith EL?
Smith EL has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smith EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Smith EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Smith EL rank in TX?
Smith EL ranks #7,034 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Smith EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Smith EL 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 Smith EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Smith EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Smith EL a charter school?
No, Smith EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Smith EL a Title I school?
No, Smith EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Smith EL?
76.7% of students at Smith EL 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 553
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (972) 882-7080
Resources & Links
District
MESQUITE ISD- District Enrollment
- 38,265
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,223
- District Rank
- #43 of 50
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