Serving 675 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alberta Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alberta Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alberta Smith Elementary School's student population of 675 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Rankings
Alberta Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alberta Smith Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#143 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alberta Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Alberta Smith Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Alberta Smith Elementary School?
675 students attend Alberta Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Alberta Smith Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alberta Smith Elementary School?
Alberta Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alberta Smith Elementary School offer ?
Alberta Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alberta Smith Elementary School part of?
Alberta Smith Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2019
I've had three kids go through Alberta Smith. K teachers are great, as are all of the other teachers and staff. Highly recommend this school!
1 11/2/2017
This school puts too much on Kindergarteners as to what is expected of them. Yime out is their favorite use of words; a learning environment that is very discouraging and keeps him or her from being excited about learning and coming to school.
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