Smith Early Learning Center serves 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is lower than the New York state average of 86%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 74%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Early Learning Center's student population of 308 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Smith Early Learning Center is 0.61, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65-69%
86%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)45-49%
74%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
48%
30%
Black
39%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 86% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% NY state average).
How many students attend Smith Early Learning Center?
308 students attend Smith Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Smith Early Learning Center students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Early Learning Center?
Smith Early Learning Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Smith Early Learning Center offer ?
Smith Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smith Early Learning Center part of?
Smith Early Learning Center is part of Poughkeepsie City School District.
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