Below Average
#3790 of 4,742 schools in NY
Montgomery C Smith Elementary School
Elementary School · HUDSON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
102 HARRY HOWARD AVE, Hudson, NY 12534
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,790 of 4,742
In Hudson
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
HUDSON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Montgomery C Smith Elementary School
Montgomery C Smith Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hudson, NY, part of HUDSON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Montgomery C Smith Elementary School serves approximately 719 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Montgomery C Smith Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,790 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Montgomery C Smith Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Montgomery C Smith Elementary School 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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Montgomery C Smith Elementary School — Students at Montgomery C Smith Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.2/10.
How Montgomery C Smith Elementary School Compares
See how Montgomery C Smith Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
102 HARRY HOWARD AVE, Hudson, NY 12534
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montgomery C Smith Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICHABOD CRANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Valatie), which scores notably higher. Another option is GERMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TACONIC HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Craryville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hudson, see our Hudson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,086
Median Home Value
$260,800
Median Rent
$1,296/mo
Population
17,468
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
46.6
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| BEEKMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Chazy, NY | 4.7 |
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| FRED W HILL SCHOOL Brockport, NY | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montgomery C Smith Elementary School
What grades does Montgomery C Smith Elementary School serve?
Montgomery C Smith Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Montgomery C Smith Elementary School?
Montgomery C Smith Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 719 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montgomery C Smith Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Montgomery C Smith Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montgomery C Smith Elementary School rank in NY?
Montgomery C Smith Elementary School ranks #3,790 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Montgomery C Smith Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Montgomery C Smith Elementary School 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 Montgomery C Smith Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montgomery C Smith Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Montgomery C Smith Elementary School a charter school?
No, Montgomery C Smith Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montgomery C Smith Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Montgomery C Smith Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montgomery C Smith Elementary School?
61.6% of students at Montgomery C 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 719
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Columbia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (518) 828-4350
Resources & Links
District
HUDSON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,602
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,321
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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