Below Average
#3649 of 4,742 schools in NY
Fe Smith Intermediate School
Elementary School · CORTLAND CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
33 WHEELER AVE, Cortland, NY 13045
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
3rd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,649 of 4,742
In Cortland
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
CORTLAND CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Fe Smith Intermediate School
Elementary School in Cortland · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fe Smith Intermediate School
Fe Smith Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Cortland, NY, part of CORTLAND CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Fe Smith Intermediate School serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fe Smith Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,649 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Fe Smith Intermediate School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Fe Smith Intermediate School — Students at Fe Smith Intermediate School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY 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: 4.4/10.
How Fe Smith Intermediate School Compares
See how Fe Smith Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
33 WHEELER AVE, Cortland, NY 13045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fe Smith Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Homer), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cortland, see our Cortland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORTLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cortland | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Cortland | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| HOMER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homer | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| RANDALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortland | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| FRANKLYN S BARRY PRIMARY SCHOOL Cortland | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| HOMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Homer | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| CORTLAND HIGH SCHOOL Cortland | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CORTLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cortland | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| HOMER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Homer | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| HOMER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homer | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MCGRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mcgraw | 4.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MCGRAW SECONDARY SCHOOL Mcgraw | 5.1 mi | 7.7 |
| SUNNY MEADOWS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Groton | 5.8 mi | — |
| CASSAVANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden | 6.8 mi | 3.7 |
| DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden | 10.0 mi | 6.0 |
| DRYDEN HIGH SCHOOL Dryden | 9.8 mi | 7.3 |
| DRYDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Dryden | 9.8 mi | 4.9 |
| GROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Groton | 8.7 mi | 7.6 |
| GEORGE JUNIOR REPUBLIC SCHOOL Freeville | 10.3 mi | 5.8 |
| GROTON JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Groton | 9.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,028
Median Home Value
$162,700
Median Rent
$905/mo
Population
28,388
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
32.4
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|---|---|
| ALLEN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Syracuse, NY | 4.9 |
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 4.9 |
| BGLIG-SHIRLEY RODRIGUEZ-REMENESKI CS Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL Troy, NY | 4.9 |
| GEORGE ROSS MACKENZIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Spey, NY | 4.9 |
| MIDDLESEX VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rushville, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fe Smith Intermediate School
What grades does Fe Smith Intermediate School serve?
Fe Smith Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.
How many students attend Fe Smith Intermediate School?
Fe Smith Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fe Smith Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fe Smith Intermediate School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fe Smith Intermediate School rank in NY?
Fe Smith Intermediate School ranks #3,649 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Fe Smith Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fe Smith Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Fe Smith Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fe Smith Intermediate School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fe Smith Intermediate School a charter school?
No, Fe Smith Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fe Smith Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, Fe Smith Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fe Smith Intermediate School?
61.4% of students at Fe Smith Intermediate 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cortland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (607) 758-4180
Resources & Links
District
CORTLAND CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,970
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,076
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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