Smith Early Learning Center serves 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is lower than the New York state average of 86%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 74%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Early Learning Center's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Smith Early Learning Center is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65-69%
86%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)45-49%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
46%
31%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
41%
15%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
5%
39%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2010–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 86% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% NY state average).
How many students attend Smith Early Learning Center?
328 students attend Smith Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Smith Early Learning Center students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Early Learning Center?
Smith Early Learning Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Smith Early Learning Center offer ?
Smith Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smith Early Learning Center part of?
Smith Early Learning Center is part of Poughkeepsie City School District.
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