Smoketown Elementary School

500 Mount Sidney Road
Lancaster, PA 17602
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smoketown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 470 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Smoketown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Smoketown Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Smoketown Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smoketown Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1253 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
43%
38%
59%
55%
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
29%
16%
Black
10%
14%
White
52%
60%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smoketown Elementary School's ranking?
Smoketown Elementary School is ranked #1253 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Smoketown Elementary School often compared to?
Smoketown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paradise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Smoketown Elementary School?
470 students attend Smoketown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Smoketown Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smoketown Elementary School?
Smoketown Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smoketown Elementary School offer ?
Smoketown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smoketown Elementary School part of?
Smoketown Elementary School is part of Conestoga Valley School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 470 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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