Samuel Smith Elementary School serves 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Samuel Smith Elementary School's student population of 310 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Motto
We inspire, nurture, support, prepare, and challenge all to achieve personal and academic excellence.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Samuel Smith Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
25%
35%
Black
40%
14%
White
22%
37%
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Samuel Smith Elementary School?
310 students attend Samuel Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Samuel Smith Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel Smith Elementary School?
Samuel Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Samuel Smith Elementary School offer ?
Samuel Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samuel Smith Elementary School part of?
Samuel Smith Elementary School is part of Burlington City Public School District.
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