Serving 776 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kelley Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelley Smith Elementary School serves the southern part of Palatka, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 145 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelley Smith Elementary School's student population of 776 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kelley Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelley Smith Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1372 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
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)54.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelley Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Kelley Smith Elementary School is ranked #1372 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kelley Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Kelley Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Children's Reading Center, James A. Long Elementary School, William D. Moseley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kelley Smith Elementary School?
776 students attend Kelley Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Kelley Smith Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelley Smith Elementary School?
Kelley Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelley Smith Elementary School offer ?
Kelley Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelley Smith Elementary School part of?
Kelley Smith Elementary School is part of Putnam School District.
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