Kelley Smith Elementary School

141 Kelley Smith School Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
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7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 752 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kelley 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 752 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Kelley Smith Elementary School's student population of 752 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
752 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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Year Founded
2025
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School Rankings

Kelley Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelley Smith Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1372 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
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61%
52%
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51%
52%
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35-39%
52%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
7%
37%
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Black
33%
21%
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White
55%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.59
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kelley Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Kelley Smith Elementary School is ranked #1372 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kelley Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Kelley Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Children's Reading Center, James A. Long Elementary School, William D. Moseley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kelley Smith Elementary School?
752 students attend Kelley Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kelley Smith Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelley Smith Elementary School?
Kelley Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelley Smith Elementary School offer ?
Kelley Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelley Smith Elementary School part of?
Kelley Smith Elementary School is part of Putnam School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 752 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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