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Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy

1359 E Columbus St
Martinsville, IN 46151
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 418 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 30% in IN
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy's student population of 418 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#448 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
50-54%
38%
45-49%
41%
45-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy's ranking?
Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy is ranked #448 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy often compared to?
Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Centerton Elementary School, Poston Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy?
418 students attend Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy?
Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy offer ?
Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy part of?
Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy is part of MSD Martinsville Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 418 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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