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Katherine R. Smith Elementary

2025 Clarice Dr., San Jose, CA, 95122

About Katherine R. Smith Elementary

Katherine R. Smith Elementary is a public school in San Jose, California, which is a big city. It is for kids in kindergarten through sixth grade. With about 379 students and 18 full-time equivalent teachers, the school has a student-teacher ratio of 21:1, which is a little better than the district average. There are a lot of different academic programs and fun activities at Katherine R. Smith Elementary. Reading, math, and science are the main subjects, but there are also classes in the arts, technology, and physical education. The school is also a good place for students who are learning English and those who need extra help with their learning. There are a lot of different types of students at the school: 46% are girls and 54% are boys. About half of the students come from families with low incomes. According to U.S. News, about 23% of students are good at math and 23% are good at English language arts (ELA). This shows that they can do better in some areas of school. Katherine R. Smith Elementary is known for being a great place to learn, getting involved in the community.

Katherine R. Smith Elementary Contact Information

Address

2025 Clarice Dr., San Jose, CA, 95122

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Phone

(408) 270-6751

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Website

eesd.org

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 23%
Reading 23%
State average proficiency is 23% in Math and 23% in Reading.
18
Full-time Teachers
21 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
379
Total Students
$125571
Avg. Teacher Salary
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Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 0.53%
Asian 23.22%
Hispanic 68.34%
Black 3.17%
Two+ Races 3.43%
Native Am. 0%
White
0.53%
Asian
23.22%
Hispanic
68.34%
Black
3.17%
Two+ Races
3.43%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 379
45.91%
174 Female
54.09%
205 Male

Student Population

379 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The holidays are coming to Katherine R. Smith Elementary in San Jose, California! The school is closed for winter break from December 22 to January 2. During this time, the Evergreen School District is holding its 33rd Annual Virtual Second Harvest Food Drive to help families in need in the area. It's really inspiring how much the school cares about being kind and involved in the community. Katherine R. Smith Elementary is a place where students can grow and succeed. The school focuses on helping students become great citizens of the world. The school wants to be the best example of how to learn and serve the community in the 21st century. It wants to help students learn how to think, learn, work, communicate, collaborate, and give back.

FAQ

Q1. Is there someone to watch over the kids before school?

Ans. Limited supervision is usually available just before classes start.

Q2. Does the school take food allergies into account?

Ans. Yes, the nurse and classroom staff can help you make individual plans.

Q3. Are there clubs for extra activities?

Ans. Depending on staffing and resources, the school sometimes offers rotating enrichment activities.

Q4. Does The School have programs for students with special needs?

Ans. Yes, each district has rules about how to offer individualized support programs.

Q5. Can students bring their own devices?

Ans. You can't use devices in school, and you have to follow the district's technology rules.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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