Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Smith Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smith Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#809 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
69%
31%
Black
10%
12%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Elementary School is ranked #809 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Smith Elementary School?
469 students attend Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Elementary School?
Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smith Elementary School offer ?
Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smith Elementary School part of?
Smith Elementary School is part of New Britain School District.
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