Serving 108 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-39% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-39% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 was lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
108 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)30-39%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)30-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
5%
Black
(15-16)44%
16%
White
(15-16)44%
71%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)12%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% OH state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% OH state average).
How many students attend Smith Elementary School?
108 students attend Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Smith Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Elementary School?
Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Smith Elementary School offer ?
Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Smith Elementary School part of?
Smith Elementary School is part of Akron City School District.
Recent Articles
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
Since the recession, public school classrooms have seen major budget cuts - and many increases in class sizes. How is the situation in 2011? Read this article to find out.
Will Single Sex Classrooms Save Public Schools?
Learn about the benefits of single sex classrooms and why public schools are hoping this type of classroom will save the American school system.
