Summary:
The Smethport Area School District has one elementary school, Smethport Area Elementary School, which serves grades PK-6 with a total enrollment of 367 students. While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 8.9, its academic performance is inconsistent and it is not considered a standout school in the district or the state.
Smethport Area Elementary School's statewide ranking has fluctuated between 646 and 842 out of 1,500+ elementary schools in Pennsylvania over the past few years, placing it in the bottom half of the state. Its SchoolDigger rating is only 3 out of 5 stars, indicating it is performing below average compared to other schools in the state. The school's proficiency rates in math and English language arts are generally below the state averages, particularly in 5th and 6th grades.
With over 62% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, Smethport Area Elementary School serves a high-poverty population. The school's spending per student of $21,125 is relatively high compared to the state average, but it does not appear to be translating into consistently strong academic outcomes. Overall, while the school has some positive attributes, it faces challenges in improving student performance and keeping pace with other schools across the state.
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