Serving 272 students in grades 3-4, Fe Smith Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fe Smith Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Fe Smith Intermediate School's student population of 272 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Fe Smith Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fe Smith Intermediate School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3758 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
91%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fe Smith Intermediate School's ranking?
Fe Smith Intermediate School is ranked #3758 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fe Smith Intermediate School often compared to?
Fe Smith Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklyn S Barry Primary School, L Pearl Palmer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Fe Smith Intermediate School?
272 students attend Fe Smith Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Fe Smith Intermediate School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fe Smith Intermediate School?
Fe Smith Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fe Smith Intermediate School offer ?
Fe Smith Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fe Smith Intermediate School part of?
Fe Smith Intermediate School is part of Cortland City School District.
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