Serving 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith-wade-el Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith-wade-el Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Smith-wade-el Elementary School's student population of 409 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Smith-wade-el Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith-wade-el Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2058 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
44%
15%
Black
15%
14%
White
27%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith-wade-el Elementary School's ranking?
Smith-wade-el Elementary School is ranked #2058 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Smith-wade-el Elementary School often compared to?
Smith-wade-el Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wharton Elementary School, Donegal Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Smith-wade-el Elementary School?
409 students attend Smith-wade-el Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Smith-wade-el Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith-wade-el Elementary School?
Smith-wade-el Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smith-wade-el Elementary School offer ?
Smith-wade-el Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smith-wade-el Elementary School part of?
Smith-wade-el Elementary School is part of Lancaster School District.
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