Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smoketown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Smoketown Elementary School serves the southern part of Lancaster, PA, covering an area of approximately 13.5 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smoketown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Smoketown Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smoketown Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smoketown Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1253 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoketown Elementary School's ranking?
Smoketown Elementary School is ranked #1253 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Smoketown Elementary School often compared to?
Smoketown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paradise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Smoketown Elementary School?
470 students attend Smoketown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Smoketown Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smoketown Elementary School?
Smoketown Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smoketown Elementary School offer ?
Smoketown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smoketown Elementary School part of?
Smoketown Elementary School is part of Conestoga Valley School District.
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