Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Calvin U Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calvin U Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Calvin U Smith Elementary School's student population of 257 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Calvin U Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calvin U Smith Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1460 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calvin U Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Calvin U Smith Elementary School is ranked #1460 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Calvin U Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Calvin U Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Erwin Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Calvin U Smith Elementary School?
257 students attend Calvin U Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Calvin U Smith Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calvin U Smith Elementary School?
Calvin U Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Calvin U Smith Elementary School offer ?
Calvin U Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Calvin U Smith Elementary School part of?
Calvin U Smith Elementary School is part of Corning City School District.
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