Serving 449 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smoketown Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smoketown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Smoketown Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smoketown Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smoketown Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1336 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoketown Elementary School's ranking?
Smoketown Elementary School is ranked #1336 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Smoketown Elementary School often compared to?
Smoketown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paradise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Smoketown Elementary School?
449 students attend Smoketown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Smoketown Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smoketown Elementary School?
Smoketown Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smoketown Elementary School offer ?
Smoketown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Smoketown Elementary School part of?
Smoketown Elementary School is part of Conestoga Valley School District.
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