Serving 210 students in grades 2-5, Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center 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 45-49% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pine Plains school district, covering approximately 141.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center's student population of 210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
210 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center 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 Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center is 0.38, 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
#3140 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Excellence • Connection • Experience
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center's ranking?
Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center is ranked #3140 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center?
210 students attend Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center?
Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center offer ?
Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center part of?
Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Center is part of Pine Plains Central School District.
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