Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Smethport Area Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smethport Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Smethport Area Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Smethport Area Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smethport Area Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1011 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smethport Area Elementary School's ranking?
Smethport Area Elementary School is ranked #1011 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Smethport Area Elementary School often compared to?
Smethport Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Allegany Elementary School, Otto-eldred Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Smethport Area Elementary School?
367 students attend Smethport Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Smethport Area Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smethport Area Elementary School?
Smethport Area Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smethport Area Elementary School offer ?
Smethport Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smethport Area Elementary School part of?
Smethport Area Elementary School is part of Smethport Area School District.
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