Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ralph R Smith School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ralph R Smith School serves the southwest area of Hyde Park, NY, covering approximately 6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ralph R Smith School's student population of 332 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We empower all learners to be successful members of our dynamic society.
School Rankings
Ralph R Smith School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralph R Smith School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3467 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralph R Smith School's ranking?
Ralph R Smith School is ranked #3467 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ralph R Smith School often compared to?
Ralph R Smith Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Netherwood School, Violet Avenue School, North Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ralph R Smith School?
332 students attend Ralph R Smith School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ralph R Smith School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph R Smith School?
Ralph R Smith School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ralph R Smith School offer ?
Ralph R Smith School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ralph R Smith School part of?
Ralph R Smith School is part of Hyde Park Central School District.
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