Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Boyd E Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Boyd E Smith Elementary School serves the northeast part of Milford, OH, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with most living about 1.2 miles from its edge and the furthest point being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boyd E Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Boyd E Smith Elementary School's student population of 453 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boyd E Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boyd E Smith Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyd E Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Boyd E Smith Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Boyd E Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Boyd E Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loveland Elementary School, Mccormick Elementary School, Blue Ash Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Boyd E Smith Elementary School?
453 students attend Boyd E Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Boyd E Smith Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyd E Smith Elementary School?
Boyd E Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boyd E Smith Elementary School offer ?
Boyd E Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boyd E Smith Elementary School part of?
Boyd E Smith Elementary School is part of Milford Exempted Village School District.
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