Grace Smith Elementary

Calipatria Unified
9 E. Fourth St.
Niland, CA 92257
75 Students
Elementary School K - 4th
School Overview
Grace Smith Elementary is a public school located in the small, rural community of Niland, California. It serves as a key educational institution for the local area and operates as part of the Calipatria Unified School District. The school provides foundational education for elementary-aged students, focusing on academic development and community involvement within the unique environment of the Imperial Valley.

As part of the Calipatria Unified system, the school shares the district’s "Hornets" identity and commitment to student success. The campus functions as a local hub for families in the Niland region, offering a structured learning environment designed to prepare young students for middle school and beyond. Those interested in current academic calendars, school policies, or district updates can find more information through the official Calipatria Unified School District website.
75
Total Students
5.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    56 (74.7 %)
  • White
    11 (14.7 %)
  • Black
    6 (8.0 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (1.3 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Calipatria Unified
Phone: (760)359-0636
Website: http://www.calipatriahornets.org
Grade Range: K - 4th
Total Students: 75
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 5.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 55
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 15
Grade 1 13
Grade 2 18
Grade 3 15
Grade 4 14
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Fremont Primary
Calipatria Unified
370 Students
401 W. Main St.
Calipatria, CA 92233 (7.7 miles away)
Elementary School K - 4th