Serving 358 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 16:1 is higher 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 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Y E Smith Elementary serves the southern part of Durham, NC, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Y E Smith Elementary School's student population of 358 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
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 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2458 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)20-24%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Hispanic
51%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
41%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
3%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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?
358 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, 41% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% 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 16:1, which is higher 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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