Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jacob G. Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jacob G. Smith Elementary School serves the northeast part of Savannah, GA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacob G. Smith Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#260 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacob G. Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School is ranked #260 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jacob G. Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Jacob G. Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jacob G. Smith Elementary School?
466 students attend Jacob G. Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jacob G. Smith Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacob G. Smith Elementary School?
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jacob G. Smith Elementary School offer ?
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacob G. Smith Elementary School part of?
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacob G. Smith Elementary School located?
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Savannah, GA. There are 9 other public schools located in Midtown.
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