Below Average
#2125 of 2,648 schools in NC
Y E Smith Elementary
Elementary School · Durham Public Schools
2410 E Main Street, Durham, NC 27703
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,125 of 2,648
In Durham
#56 of 68
public schools
In district
#47 of 54
Durham Public Schools
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Y E Smith Elementary
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About Y E Smith Elementary
Y E Smith Elementary is a public elementary school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Y E Smith Elementary serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Y E Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,125 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Y E Smith Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Y E Smith Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Y E Smith Elementary — Students at Y E Smith Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Y E Smith Elementary Compares
See how Y E Smith Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2410 E Main Street, Durham, NC 27703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Y E Smith Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burton Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Reaching All Minds Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Global Scholars Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maureen Joy Charter School Durham | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| GIFT OF KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Durham | 0.3 mi | — |
| Durham's Performance Learning Center Durham | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| KIPP Durham College Preparatory Durham | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Middle College HS @ DTCC Durham | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Eastway Elementary Durham | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Burton Elementary Durham | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| R N Harris Elementary Durham | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Reaching All Minds Academy Durham | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| EMPOWERED MINDS ACADEMY Durham | 1.3 mi | — |
| Global Scholars Academy Durham | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Merrick-Moore Elementary Durham | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| J D Clement Early College HS Durham | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| TUTORIAL -1/2 CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Durham | 1.8 mi | — |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary Durham | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Central Park School For Children Durham | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| QUALITY EDUCATION INSTITUTE OF DURHAM Durham | 2.2 mi | — |
| Durham School of the Arts Durham | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,953
Median Home Value
$340,500
Median Rent
$1,469/mo
Population
62,994
College Educated
45.1%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ben D Quinn Elementary New Bern, NC | 4.7 |
| Cape Hatteras Elementary School Buxton, NC | 4.7 |
| Collettsville School Collettsville, NC | 4.7 |
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary Wilmington, NC | 4.7 |
| Glade Creek Elementary Ennice, NC | 4.7 |
| James Love Elementary Shelby, NC | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Y E Smith Elementary
What grades does Y E Smith Elementary serve?
Y E Smith Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Y E Smith Elementary?
Y E Smith Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Y E Smith Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Y E Smith Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Y E Smith Elementary rank in NC?
Y E Smith Elementary ranks #2,125 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Y E Smith Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Y E Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Y E Smith Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Y E Smith Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Y E Smith Elementary a charter school?
No, Y E Smith Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Y E Smith Elementary a Title I school?
No, Y E Smith Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Y E Smith Elementary?
98.9% of students at Y E Smith Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 265
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.2%
- Phone
- (919) 560-3900
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #47 of 54
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