Serving 708 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smallwood Drive School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smallwood Drive School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Smallwood Drive School's student population of 708 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
708 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smallwood Drive School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smallwood Drive School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#669 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
76%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smallwood Drive School's ranking?
Smallwood Drive School is ranked #669 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Smallwood Drive School often compared to?
Smallwood Drive Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windermere Blvd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Smallwood Drive School?
708 students attend Smallwood Drive School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Smallwood Drive School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smallwood Drive School?
Smallwood Drive School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Smallwood Drive School offer ?
Smallwood Drive School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smallwood Drive School part of?
Smallwood Drive School is part of Amherst Central School District.
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