Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smoky Row Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smoky Row Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Smoky Row Elementary School's student population of 659 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Smoky Row Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smoky Row Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 1763 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
19%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
6%
13%
White
68%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoky Row Elementary School's ranking?
Smoky Row Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Smoky Row Elementary School often compared to?
Smoky Row Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Wood Elementary School, West Clay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Smoky Row Elementary School?
659 students attend Smoky Row Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Smoky Row Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smoky Row Elementary School?
Smoky Row Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Smoky Row Elementary School offer ?
Smoky Row Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smoky Row Elementary School part of?
Smoky Row Elementary School is part of Carmel Clay Schools School District.
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