Very Good
#2585 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 30% in state
Smith EL
Elementary School · RAYMONDVILLE ISD
419 FM 3168, Raymondville, TX 78580
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,585 of 8,552
In Raymondville
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
RAYMONDVILLE ISD
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Smith EL
Elementary School in Raymondville · 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 Raymondville, TX, part of RAYMONDVILLE ISD. Smith EL serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Smith EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,585 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Smith EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Smith EL 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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Smith EL — Students at Smith EL score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
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: 7.8/10.
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
419 FM 3168, Raymondville, TX 78580
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smith EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PITTMAN EL (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN PERLITA EL (rated 7.8/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby San Perlita), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ELMA E BARRERA EL (rated 7.2/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Rosa), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Raymondville, see our Raymondville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PITTMAN EL Raymondville | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| RAYMONDVILLE OPTIONS ACADEMIC ACADEMY Raymondville | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MYRA GREEN MIDDLE Raymondville | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| RAYMONDVILLE H S Raymondville | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| LYFORD EL Lyford | 5.4 mi | 3.5 |
| LYFORD H S Lyford | 5.4 mi | 6.8 |
| LYFORD MIDDLE Lyford | 5.5 mi | 4.1 |
| LASARA EL Lasara | 7.3 mi | 4.1 |
| LASARA H S Lasara | 7.3 mi | 6.2 |
| SAN PERLITA H S San Perlita | 9.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SAN PERLITA MIDDLE San Perlita | 9.4 mi | 6.6 |
| SAN PERLITA EL San Perlita | 9.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ROBERTO GARATE EL Monte Alto | 14.0 mi | 5.2 |
| JOSE BORREGO MIDDLE Monte Alto | 14.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTE ALTO H S Monte Alto | 14.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ELMA E BARRERA EL Santa Rosa | 15.5 mi | 7.2 |
| JOSE BERNABE MUNOZ EL La Villa | 15.6 mi | 4.9 |
| LA VILLA MIDDLE La Villa | 15.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SANTA ROSA H S Santa Rosa | 16.3 mi | 5.6 |
| JO NELSON MIDDLE Santa Rosa | 16.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,074
Median Home Value
$56,200
Median Rent
$906/mo
Population
13,568
College Educated
9.4%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
31.7
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| CARL SCHURZ EL New Braunfels, TX | 7.4 |
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| CREEKSIDE EL Livingston, TX | 7.4 |
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 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smith EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Smith EL is 16.2:1. 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 #2,585 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Smith EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Smith EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% 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?
99.1% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Willacy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (956) 689-8172
Resources & Links
District
RAYMONDVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,975
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,656
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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