Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smith School serves the southeast part of New Britain, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Elementary School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smith Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#780 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
68%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Elementary School is ranked #780 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Smith Elementary School?
461 students attend Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Elementary School?
Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smith Elementary School offer ?
Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smith Elementary School part of?
Smith Elementary School is part of New Britain School District.
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