Serving 648 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emma C. Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma C. Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Emma C. Smith Elementary School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
648 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Motto
We are the Smith School Cougars And we're really proud
School Rankings
Emma C. Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emma C. Smith Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#478 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma C. Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Emma C. Smith Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Emma C. Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Emma C. Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joe Michell, Sunset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emma C. Smith Elementary School?
648 students attend Emma C. Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Emma C. Smith Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma C. Smith Elementary School?
Emma C. Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emma C. Smith Elementary School offer ?
Emma C. Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Emma C. Smith Elementary School part of?
Emma C. Smith Elementary School is part of Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Emma C. Smith Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School - Release at 1:30
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release at 12:30
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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