Very Good
#764 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 31% in state
Based on limited data
Samuel Smith Elementary School
Elementary School · Burlington City Public School District
250 FARNER AVENUE, Burlington, NJ 08016
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#764 of 2,466
In Burlington
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Burlington City Public School District
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Samuel Smith Elementary School
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About Samuel Smith Elementary School
Samuel Smith Elementary School is a public elementary school in Burlington, NJ, part of Burlington City Public School District. Samuel Smith Elementary School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Samuel Smith Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #764 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Samuel Smith Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Samuel Smith Elementary School Compares
See how Samuel Smith Elementary School 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
250 FARNER AVENUE, Burlington, NJ 08016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Samuel Smith Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fountain Woods Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mildred Magowan Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Edgewater Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wilbur Watts Intermediate School (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,560
Median Home Value
$308,000
Median Rent
$1,343/mo
Population
34,801
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aldrich Elementary School Howell, NJ | 7.2 |
| Essex Fells Elementary School Essex Fells, NJ | 7.2 |
| Intervale Elementary School Boonton, NJ | 7.2 |
| Ironbound Academy Elementary School Newark, NJ | 7.2 |
| Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School Long Branch, NJ | 7.2 |
| Lincoln Garwood, NJ | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Samuel Smith Elementary School
What grades does Samuel Smith Elementary School serve?
Samuel Smith Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Samuel Smith Elementary School?
Samuel Smith Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Samuel Smith Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Samuel Smith Elementary School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Samuel Smith Elementary School rank in NJ?
Samuel Smith Elementary School ranks #764 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Samuel Smith Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Samuel Smith Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Samuel Smith Elementary School a charter school?
No, Samuel Smith Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Samuel Smith Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Samuel Smith Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Samuel Smith Elementary School?
56.8% of students at Samuel Smith Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 322
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (609) 387-5854
Resources & Links
District
Burlington City Public School District- District Enrollment
- 1,878
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,826
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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