Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, North Smyrna Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Smyrna Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
North Smyrna Elementary School's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Mindfully creating a collaborative, respectful, unified partnership with our school families.
School Rankings
North Smyrna Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Smyrna Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#72 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
35%
31%
White
44%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Smyrna Elementary School's ranking?
North Smyrna Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are North Smyrna Elementary School often compared to?
North Smyrna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smyrna Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School, Clayton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend North Smyrna Elementary School?
554 students attend North Smyrna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of North Smyrna Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Smyrna Elementary School?
North Smyrna Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Smyrna Elementary School offer ?
North Smyrna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Smyrna Elementary School part of?
North Smyrna Elementary School is part of Smyrna School District.
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