Serving 964 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kate M. Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kate M. Smith Elementary School's student population of 964 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
964 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kate M. Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kate M. Smith Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1155 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kate M. Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Kate M. Smith Elementary School is ranked #1155 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kate M. Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Kate M. Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kate M. Smith Elementary School?
964 students attend Kate M. Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Kate M. Smith Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kate M. Smith Elementary School?
Kate M. Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kate M. Smith Elementary School offer ?
Kate M. Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kate M. Smith Elementary School part of?
Kate M. Smith Elementary School is part of Washington School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break- Students/Teachers Out
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Early Release)
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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