Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith-wade Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith-wade Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Smith-wade Elementary School's student population of 395 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smith-wade Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith-wade Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1833 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
40%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
33%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith-wade Elementary School's ranking?
Smith-wade Elementary School is ranked #1833 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Smith-wade Elementary School often compared to?
Smith-wade Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wharton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Smith-wade Elementary School?
395 students attend Smith-wade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Smith-wade Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith-wade Elementary School?
Smith-wade Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smith-wade Elementary School offer ?
Smith-wade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith-wade Elementary School part of?
Smith-wade Elementary School is part of Lancaster SD School District.
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