Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Smith School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smith School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 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
#260 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
38%
31%
Black
10%
12%
White
32%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
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 #260 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
345 students attend Smith School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Smith School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith School?
Smith School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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