Serving 634 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smiley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smiley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Smiley Elementary School's student population of 634 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
634 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Rankings
Smiley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smiley Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2090 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smiley Elementary School's ranking?
Smiley Elementary School is ranked #2090 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Smiley Elementary School often compared to?
Smiley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Elementary School, Kingsbury Elementary School, Kimberly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Smiley Elementary School?
634 students attend Smiley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Smiley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smiley Elementary School?
Smiley Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Smiley Elementary School offer ?
Smiley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Smiley Elementary School part of?
Smiley Elementary School is part of Redlands Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Smiley Elementary School located?
Smiley Elementary School is located in the South Redlands neighborhood of Redlands, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in South Redlands.
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