Serving 719 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Harold W Smith School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harold W Smith School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harold W Smith School's student population of 719 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Harold W Smith School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harold W Smith School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1731 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
83%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
4%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Glendale Elementary District (4271)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold W Smith School's ranking?
Harold W Smith School is ranked #1731 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Harold W Smith School often compared to?
Harold W Smith Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenn F Burton School, Glendale American School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Harold W Smith School?
719 students attend Harold W Smith School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Harold W Smith School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harold W Smith School?
Harold W Smith School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harold W Smith School offer ?
Harold W Smith School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harold W Smith School part of?
Harold W Smith School is part of Glendale Elementary District (4271).
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