Serving 468 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- 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 468 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacob G. Smith Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#299 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
45%
36%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacob G. Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School is ranked #299 out of 2,204 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
468 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, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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 13:1, 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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