Below Average
#2196 of 2,846 schools in PA
Middle Smithfield EL Sch
Elementary School · East Stroudsburg Area SD
5180 Milford Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,196 of 2,846
In East Stroudsburg
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
East Stroudsburg Area SD
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Middle Smithfield EL Sch
Elementary School in East Stroudsburg · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Middle Smithfield EL Sch
Middle Smithfield EL Sch is a public elementary school in East Stroudsburg, PA, part of East Stroudsburg Area SD. Middle Smithfield EL Sch serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle Smithfield EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,196 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Middle Smithfield EL Sch show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Middle Smithfield EL Sch 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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Middle Smithfield EL Sch — Students at Middle Smithfield EL Sch score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA 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: 3.7/10.
How Middle Smithfield EL Sch Compares
See how Middle Smithfield EL Sch 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
5180 Milford Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Middle Smithfield EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arlington Heights El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Stroudsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is B F Morey El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Stroudsburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Smithfield El Sch (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Stroudsburg, see our East Stroudsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PA TREATMENT & HEALING - EAST STROUDSBURG East Stroudsburg | 0.5 mi | — |
| East Stroudsburg El Sch East Stroudsburg | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| J T Lambert Intermediate Sch East Stroudsburg | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Smithfield El Sch East Stroudsburg | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| NOTRE DAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Stroudsburg | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| NOTRE DAME JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL East Stroudsburg | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| TCELC East Stroudsburg | 2.7 mi | — |
| Resica El Sch East Stroudsburg | 3.1 mi | 4.4 |
| J M Hill El Sch East Stroudsburg | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| East Stroudsburg SHS South East Stroudsburg | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| B F Morey El Sch Stroudsburg | 4.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Stroudsburg HS Stroudsburg | 5.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Arlington Heights El Sch Stroudsburg | 5.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Stroudsburg JHS Stroudsburg | 5.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Chipperfield El Sch Stroudsburg | 5.5 mi | 5.8 |
| POCONO ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stroudsburg | 6.0 mi | — |
| Stroudsburg MS Stroudsburg | 5.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Monroe Career and Technical Institute Bartonsville | 7.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Bangor Area HS Bangor | 10.6 mi | 6.3 |
| DeFranco El Sch Bangor | 10.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,044
Median Home Value
$219,400
Median Rent
$1,238/mo
Population
17,593
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
86.4%
Avg Commute
51.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Middle Smithfield EL Sch
What grades does Middle Smithfield EL Sch serve?
Middle Smithfield EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Middle Smithfield EL Sch?
Middle Smithfield EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle Smithfield EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Middle Smithfield EL Sch is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Middle Smithfield EL Sch rank in PA?
Middle Smithfield EL Sch ranks #2,196 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Middle Smithfield EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Middle Smithfield EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Middle Smithfield EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle Smithfield EL Sch has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Middle Smithfield EL Sch a charter school?
No, Middle Smithfield EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Middle Smithfield EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Middle Smithfield EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle Smithfield EL Sch?
58.3% of students at Middle Smithfield EL Sch 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (570) 223-8082
Resources & Links
District
East Stroudsburg Area SD- District Enrollment
- 6,330
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,522
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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