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#7701 of 8,552 schools in TX
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Smith Stem Academy
Elementary School · Victoria ISD · Victoria, TX
A Victoria ISD elementary school where students score 10 points below what's typical for similar communities.
P O BOX 1759, Victoria, TX 77902
- Math 22% vs TX 44% (2024)
- Reading 39% vs TX 54% (2024)
- 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Smith Stem Academy score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
2024 STAAR proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. TX average.
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
78.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Smith Stem Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 41Car-Dependent
- Bike 49Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,287/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.9private | PK–10 | 0.6 mi | 79 | Compare → |
| Northside Baptist SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.7private | PK–5 | 1.0 mi | 44 | Compare → |
| Our Lady of Victory SchoolPrivate · tuition | 5.5private | PK–8 | 1.0 mi | 401 | Compare → |
| Rowland ELEnrollment path unverified | 4.5 | PK–5 | 1.0 mi | 432 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Victoria ISD
- Schools in district
- 25
- Rank in district
- #18 of 24
- District spending per student
- $11,524NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 21.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
Smith Stem Academy is listed in VICTORIA ISD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Smith Stem Academy
Smith Stem Academy is a public elementary school in Victoria, TX, part of Victoria ISD, serving approximately 420 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,701 of 8,552 schools in TX. State assessment records show 22% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Smith Stem Academy
What grades does Smith Stem Academy serve?
Smith Stem Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Smith Stem Academy?
Smith Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smith Stem Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Smith Stem Academy 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 Stem Academy rank in TX?
Smith Stem Academy ranks #7,701 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Smith Stem Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Smith Stem Academy 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 Smith Stem Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Smith Stem Academy has 22% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Smith Stem Academy a charter school?
No, Smith Stem Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Smith Stem Academy a Title I school?
No, Smith Stem Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Smith Stem Academy?
78.6% of students at Smith Stem Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Victoria County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (361) 788-9605
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 STAAR · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 STAAR. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 STAAR · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 STAAR. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments 2024 STAAR; directory SY 2023–24
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