Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Y E Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Y E Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Y E Smith Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Y E Smith Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Y E Smith Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2458 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
51%
21%
Black
39%
25%
White
3%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Y E Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Y E Smith Elementary School is ranked #2458 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Y E Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Y E Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W G Pearson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Y E Smith Elementary School?
265 students attend Y E Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Y E Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Y E Smith Elementary School?
Y E Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Y E Smith Elementary School offer ?
Y E Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Y E Smith Elementary School part of?
Y E Smith Elementary School is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is Y E Smith Elementary School located?
Y E Smith Elementary School is located in the Y E Smith neighborhood of Durham, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Y E Smith.
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