Serving 597 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smallwood Drive School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smallwood Drive School's student population of 597 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smallwood Drive School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smallwood Drive School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1733 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
78%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smallwood Drive School's ranking?
Smallwood Drive School is ranked #1733 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Smallwood Drive School often compared to?
Smallwood Drive Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windermere Blvd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Smallwood Drive School?
597 students attend Smallwood Drive School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Smallwood Drive School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smallwood Drive School?
Smallwood Drive School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Smallwood Drive School offer ?
Smallwood Drive School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Smallwood Drive School part of?
Smallwood Drive School is part of Amherst Central School District.
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