For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,132 students in East Stroudsburg, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in East Stroudsburg, PA are East Stroudsburg Elementary School, Smithfield Elementary School and Middle Smithfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
East Stroudsburg, PA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in East Stroudsburg have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in East Stroudsburg, PA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Stroudsburg Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
93 Independence Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 421-1905
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 421-1905
Gr: K-5 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Smithfield Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
245 River Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 421-2841
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 421-2841
Gr: K-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Middle Smithfield Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5180 Milford Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
(570) 223-8082
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
(570) 223-8082
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Resica Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Gravel Ridge Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
(570) 223-6911
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
(570) 223-6911
Gr: K-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
J M Hill Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
151 E Broad St
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 424-8073
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 424-8073
Gr: K-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
J T Lambert Intermediate School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Milford Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 424-8430
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 424-8430
Gr: 6-8 | 907 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in East Stroudsburg, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in East Stroudsburg, PA include East Stroudsburg Elementary School, Smithfield Elementary School and Middle Smithfield Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in East Stroudsburg?
6 public elementary schools are located in East Stroudsburg.
What is the racial composition of students in East Stroudsburg?
East Stroudsburg public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in East Stroudsburg are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in East Stroudsburg include: J M Hill Elementary School vs. East Stroudsburg Elementary School, Resica Elementary School vs. Smithfield Elementary School, Middle Smithfield Elementary School vs. Smithfield Elementary School
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