Smyrna Elementary School

121 South School Lane
Smyrna, DE 19977
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Smyrna Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 50% in DE
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Smyrna Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Smyrna Elementary School's student population of 457 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

School Rankings

Smyrna Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smyrna Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (DE)
#78 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
50-54%
31%
30-34%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
37%
31%
White
44%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smyrna Elementary School's ranking?
Smyrna Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Smyrna Elementary School often compared to?
Smyrna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Smyrna Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School, Clayton 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 31% DE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Smyrna Elementary School?
457 students attend Smyrna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Smyrna Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smyrna Elementary School?
Smyrna Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smyrna Elementary School offer ?
Smyrna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smyrna Elementary School part of?
Smyrna Elementary School is part of Smyrna School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education

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