Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith-wade-el Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith-wade-el Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Smith-wade-el Elementary School's student population of 397 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smith-wade-el Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith-wade-el Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2226 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
46%
16%
Black
15%
14%
White
26%
60%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith-wade-el Elementary School's ranking?
Smith-wade-el Elementary School is ranked #2226 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Smith-wade-el Elementary School often compared to?
Smith-wade-el Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wharton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Smith-wade-el Elementary School?
397 students attend Smith-wade-el Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Smith-wade-el Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith-wade-el Elementary School?
Smith-wade-el Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smith-wade-el Elementary School offer ?
Smith-wade-el Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smith-wade-el Elementary School part of?
Smith-wade-el Elementary School is part of Lancaster School District.
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