Smith Elementary School

1701 Shafor Blvd
Dayton, OH 45419
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 494 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 5% in OH
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • : 92% (Top 1%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Smith Elementary School's student population of 494 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#145 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
82%
54%
92%
60%
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
79%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harman Elementary School, Indian Riffle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Smith Elementary School?
494 students attend Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Smith Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Elementary School?
Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Smith Elementary School offer ?
Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Elementary School part of?
Smith Elementary School is part of Oakwood City School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 494 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • : 92% (Top 1%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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