Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smithfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithfield El Sch serves the southern part of East Stroudsburg, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 21 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smithfield Elementary School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithfield Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1397 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
14%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
23%
14%
White
37%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithfield Elementary School's ranking?
Smithfield Elementary School is ranked #1397 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Smithfield Elementary School often compared to?
Smithfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Resica Elementary School, Middle Smithfield Elementary School, East Stroudsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Smithfield Elementary School?
327 students attend Smithfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Smithfield Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithfield Elementary School?
Smithfield Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smithfield Elementary School offer ?
Smithfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smithfield Elementary School part of?
Smithfield Elementary School is part of East Stroudsburg Area School District.
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