ASHBEL SMITH EL

ASHBEL SMITH EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GOOSE CREEK CISD school district, located in BAYTOWN, TX with about 784 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, ASHBEL SMITH EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

ASHBEL SMITH ELementary, located in Baytown, Texas, is a campus within the Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District (GCCISD). Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational educational experience that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. As a neighborhood school, it strives to foster a supportive learning environment where students from diverse backgrounds can develop the essential skills necessary for their future success in middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the Baytown area, maintaining a commitment to community involvement and parent partnership. Beyond core academics, ASHBEL SMITH ELementary typically focuses on fostering a sense of belonging among its student body through various extracurricular opportunities and programs designed to promote inclusivity. By emphasizing both rigorous instruction and emotional well-being, the school aims to cultivate a positive school culture that prepares young learners to become productive and responsible members of the community.

For more information, contact ASHBEL SMITH EL at (281) 420-4615 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.