For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 378 students in East Smithfield, PA.
The top-ranked public school in East Smithfield, PA is Sru Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
East Smithfield, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in East Smithfield have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in East Smithfield, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sru Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Church Street
East Smithfield, PA 18817
(570) 596-3171
East Smithfield, PA 18817
(570) 596-3171
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
East Smithfield, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Churrch St
East Smithfield, PA 18817
(570) 596-4244
East Smithfield, PA 18817
(570) 596-4244
Gr: K-5 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Church St
East Smithfield, PA 18817
(570) 596-3171
East Smithfield, PA 18817
(570) 596-3171
Gr: 6-7 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in East Smithfield, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in East Smithfield, PA include Sru Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in East Smithfield?
1 public schools are located in East Smithfield.
What is the racial composition of students in East Smithfield?
East Smithfield public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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