Smith Elementary School

1701 Shafor Blvd
Dayton, OH 45419
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 512 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 5% in OH
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • : 84% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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School Overview

Smith Elementary School's student population of 512 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
512 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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School Rankings

Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#85 out of 3137 schools
(Top 5%)
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87%
50%
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84%
57%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
5%
7%
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Black
1%
17%
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White
82%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.32
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harman Elementary School, Indian Riffle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Smith Elementary School?
512 students attend Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Smith Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Elementary School?
Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Smith Elementary School offer ?
Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Smith Elementary School part of?
Smith Elementary School is part of Oakwood City School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 512 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • : 84% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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