JAMES FRANKLIN SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

James Franklin Smith Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Evergreen Elementary school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 683 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 25 teachers, James Franklin Smith Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

James Franklin Smith Elementary, located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades TK through 6. As part of the Evergreen School District, the school is known for fostering a strong sense of community and academic focus. It prides itself on a supportive environment that encourages student growth through a balanced curriculum, integrating core academic subjects with enrichment programs designed to develop well-rounded learners.

The school is frequently recognized for its dedicated teaching staff and active parent involvement, which play a crucial role in maintaining its positive reputation. With a diverse student body, James Franklin Smith emphasizes inclusivity and the importance of preparing children for long-term academic success. Its location in a quiet residential area of San Jose makes it a central hub for local families, providing a stable and nurturing educational foundation for the students in the community.

For more information, contact James Franklin Smith Elementary at (408) 532-2150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2220 Woodbury Ln.
San Jose, CA 95121-3233
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JAMES FRANKLIN SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in San Jose, CA with about 683 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
683
Teachers:
25
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 683 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JAMES FRANKLIN SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Asian, representing about 80% of the student body.

Asian
80.2%
White
8.1%
Hispanic/Latino
5.4%
Two or more races
5.4%
Black or African American
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.