Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Smith School serves the southeastern part of West Hartford, CT, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Smith School's student population of 342 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Smith School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith School is 0.73, which is more 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
#338 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith School's ranking?
Smith School is ranked #338 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Smith School?
342 students attend Smith School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Smith School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith School?
Smith School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smith School offer ?
Smith School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smith School part of?
Smith School is part of West Hartford School District.
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