Alberta Smith Elementary opened its doors in September of 1994. The school is named for an esteemed educator, Alberta F. Smith, who taught in Chesterfield County schools for 44 years and held a role as principle for 36 of those years. This thoughtful recognition of a valued leader is indicative of the school’s deeply rooted dedication to their community.
Annual enrollment in the K through 5 programs at Alberta Smith averages close to 600 students. The school has a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1, which is on par with that of the district. Over the past several years, Alberta Smith Elementary has continuously achieved above-average test scores, earning a spot in the top 10 best elementary schools in Chesterfield County.
The Shark’s vision, to ‘create a better tomorrow’ is reflected in their commitment to integrative special programs. Students at Alberta Smith are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities to explore their interests and to make meaningful connections with their peers and leaders. After-school enrichment includes art, sports, and STEAM Education, which is an approach to teaching and learning that combines multidisciplinary subjects to guide and encourage student inquiry, discussion, and problem-solving.
Alberta Smith Elementary upholds a mission to cultivate a nurturing environment that is student-centered and positive. Faculty members stress the importance of leadership in the success of the school as a whole. Parents appreciate the school’s empowered, innovative approach to each new generation of scholars.
Alberta Smith Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
|
Grade Pre-K-5
13200 Bailey Bridge Rd,
Midlothian, VA
Chesterfield County Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Elizabeth Stefanko
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
91%
Reading Proficiency
88%
Niche Grade
A
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
|
Reading Proficiency
88%
|
Math Proficiency
91%
|
Teachers
|
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
45
|
Full Time Teachers
45
|
|
Teachers in First or Second Year
7%
|
|
GreatSchools Rating
7
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
|
Students Per Counselor
310:1
|
Student Diversity
|
Male
50.4%
|
Female
49.6%
|
|
White
53.7%
|
Black
17.3%
|
|
Hispanic
11.9%
|
Two or more races
11.3%
|
|
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.5%
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
|
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
1/10/2017
I am very impressed with the administration and teaching staff of Alberta Smith Elementary. I have a special needs grandson who, although certified Mensa, has a difficult time focusing on the task at hand in his daily regimen. The Principal, Vice-Principal, and teacher at Alberta Smith went above an...
8/11/2014
cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool
7/27/2014
This was my daughters first year at Smith. She had a wonderful experience! I felt involved and I knew what was going on because of the monthly emails. I felt like the secretaries were pleasant when I saw them in the office. The phone system was annoying to listen to and the wait to speak with a huma...
3/20/2014
I moved out here from up north and I must say I am NOT happy with this school. In a matter of months, the school went from an 8 score to a 6! Very disappointing. The teacher my son has is not responsive to meet with me in regards to helping my son improve. I feel as though his lack of interest in sc...
Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone
-
Antonio Starke
Antonio Starke
First Choice Realty
(804) 312-5351
22 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$384,500 Price
-
Chuck Jenkins
Chuck Jenkins
Responds QuicklyLong & Foster REALTORS
(804) 599-3365
196 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$469,950 Price
-
Jim Dorsey
Jim Dorsey
Long & Foster REALTORS
(804) 373-7837
30 Total Sales
2 in Attendance Zone
$339K - $433K Price Range
-
Rick Cox
Rick Cox
The Rick Cox Realty Group
(804) 835-6636
380 Total Sales
9 in Attendance Zone
$285K - $480K Price Range
-
Eric Dunkum
Eric Dunkum
Harris & Assoc, Inc
(804) 609-2361
101 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$450,000 Price
-
Julie Hawthorne
Julie Hawthorne
The Dunivan Co, Inc
(804) 554-3832
64 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$461,000 Price
Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$297K - $1.7M
Homes For Sale
403
Average Home Value
$583,965
Median Lot Size
15,245 Sq Ft
% Renters
20%
Average Household Income
$140,803
% of College Grads
57.4%
Median Age
41
Average House Size
2,510 Sq Ft
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
$1,560 - $2,240 per month
- Addison at Swift Creek
- 1 - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 713+ Sq Ft
- 4100 Lonas Pkwy
- Midlothian, VA
Additional Schools in the Area
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Colony Park
- Trails
- Volleyball
- Playground
Hensley Soccer Complex
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
Mid-Lothian Mines Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Huguenot Park
- Basketball
- Football
- Grills
Sycamore Community Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Tealby Playground
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Collington Playground
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Lavenham Playground
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Brading Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Alberta Smith Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Midlothian, VA, in the Midlothian neighborhood, and is served by the Chesterfield County Public Schools in Virginia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 627 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 91% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 88% are proficient in reading. Alberta Smith Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $583,965. Discover additional schools in the area, like Manchester High, Spring Run Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Midlothian has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Alberta Smith Elementary School.