Serving 64 students in grades 3-12, Smith Academy For Excellence ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Academy For Excellence's student population of 64 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smith Academy For Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Academy For Excellence is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1647 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.9%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Academy For Excellence's ranking?
Smith Academy For Excellence is ranked #1647 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Smith Academy For Excellence often compared to?
Smith Academy For Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll High School, Leo Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smith Academy For Excellence?
The graduation rate of Smith Academy For Excellence is 50%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Smith Academy For Excellence?
64 students attend Smith Academy For Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Smith Academy For Excellence students are Black, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Academy For Excellence?
Smith Academy For Excellence has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Smith Academy For Excellence offer ?
Smith Academy For Excellence offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Academy For Excellence part of?
Smith Academy For Excellence is part of Smith Academy For Excellence School District.
In what neighborhood is Smith Academy For Excellence located?
Smith Academy For Excellence is located in the West Central neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in West Central.
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