Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Middle Smithfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Middle Smithfield Elementary School serves the southeast part of East Stroudsburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 15.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle Smithfield Elementary School's student population of 420 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
420 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Middle Smithfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle Smithfield Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1824 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
8%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
25%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
37%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
18%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle Smithfield Elementary School's ranking?
Middle Smithfield Elementary School is ranked #1824 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Middle Smithfield Elementary School often compared to?
Middle Smithfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smithfield Elementary School, Resica Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Middle Smithfield Elementary School?
420 students attend Middle Smithfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Middle Smithfield Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle Smithfield Elementary School?
Middle Smithfield Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Middle Smithfield Elementary School offer ?
Middle Smithfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle Smithfield Elementary School part of?
Middle Smithfield Elementary School is part of East Stroudsburg Area School District.
School Reviews
Review Middle Smithfield Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
