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#1972 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 42% in state
Based on limited data
Smith Clove Elementary School
Elementary School · MONROE-WOODBURY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
21 SMITH CLOVE RD, Central Valley, NY 10917
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,972 of 4,742
In Central Valley
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
MONROE-WOODBURY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Smith Clove Elementary School
Elementary School in Central Valley · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Smith Clove Elementary School
Smith Clove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Central Valley, NY, part of MONROE-WOODBURY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Smith Clove Elementary School serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Smith Clove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,972 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Smith Clove 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60%
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 Smith Clove Elementary School Compares
See how Smith Clove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21 SMITH CLOVE RD, Central Valley, NY 10917
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smith Clove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIRYAS JOEL VILLAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLOW AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Cornwall), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAPPHIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Harriman), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Central Valley, see our Central Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10917 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,522
Median Home Value
$553,000
Population
1,575
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
87.9%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
43.5
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| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 6.7 |
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| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 6.7 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smith Clove Elementary School
What grades does Smith Clove Elementary School serve?
Smith Clove Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Smith Clove Elementary School?
Smith Clove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smith Clove Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Smith Clove Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Smith Clove Elementary School rank in NY?
Smith Clove Elementary School ranks #1,972 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Smith Clove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Smith Clove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Smith Clove Elementary School a charter school?
No, Smith Clove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Smith Clove Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Smith Clove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Smith Clove Elementary School?
60.0% of students at Smith Clove 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
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (845) 460-6300
Resources & Links
District
MONROE-WOODBURY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,562
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,152
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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