For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 233 students in Smith River, CA.
The top ranked public school in Smith River, CA is Smith River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smith River, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Smith River have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Smith River, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smith River Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
134 First St.
Smith River, CA 95567
(707) 464-0370
Smith River, CA 95567
(707) 464-0370
Grades: K-8
| 233 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Smith River, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Smith River, CA include Smith River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Smith River?
1 public schools are located in Smith River.
What is the racial composition of students in Smith River?
Smith River public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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