Serving 723 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kelley Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelley Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kelley Smith Elementary School's student population of 723 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kelley Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelley Smith Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1080 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
36%
Black
30%
21%
White
59%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelley Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Kelley Smith Elementary School is ranked #1080 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kelley Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Kelley Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James A. Long Elementary School, The Children's Reading Center, William D. Moseley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kelley Smith Elementary School?
723 students attend Kelley Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Kelley Smith Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelley Smith Elementary School?
Kelley Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kelley Smith Elementary School offer ?
Kelley Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Kelley Smith Elementary School part of?
Kelley Smith Elementary School is part of Putnam School District.
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