For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 229 students in Smithton, PA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Smithton, PA is Smithfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithton, PA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Smithton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Smithton, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smithfield Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23 Liberty St
Smithton, PA 15479
(724) 569-9570
Smithton, PA 15479
(724) 569-9570
Grades: K-5
| 229 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Smithton, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Smithton, PA include Smithfield Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Smithton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Smithton.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithton?
Smithton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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