School Overview
Edward Smith K-8 School, located at 1106 Lancaster Ave in Syracuse, NY, is a community-focused public school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade within the Syracuse City School District. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. By catering to a wide age range, Edward Smith K-8 aims to provide a consistent educational experience that helps students transition successfully from their early foundational years into the more rigorous academic demands of middle school.

The school places a strong value on community engagement and parental involvement, viewing these elements as essential components of a student's success. Through a blend of core curriculum instruction, extracurricular opportunities, and a dedication to inclusive practices, Edward Smith K-8 strives to prepare its diverse student body for high school and beyond. For families looking for more specific information regarding their academic programs, school policies, or enrollment procedures, the official district website provides a comprehensive resource for updates and school-specific communications.
697
Total Students
68.3
Full-Time Teachers
10.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
64.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White222
Hispanic65
Black308
Asian41
Two or More58
American Indian3
  • Black
    308 (44.2%)
  • White
    222 (31.9%)
  • Hispanic
    65 (9.3%)
  • Two or More
    58 (8.3%)
  • Asian
    41 (5.9%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (315)435-4650
Website: http://www.syracusecityschools.com
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 697
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 68.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 448
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 36
Kindergarten 73
Grade 1 67
Grade 2 69
Grade 3 79
Grade 4 70
Grade 5 71
Grade 6 73
Grade 7 71
Grade 8 76
Ungraded 12

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten36
Kindergarten73
Grade 167
Grade 269
Grade 379
Grade 470
Grade 571
Grade 673
Grade 771
Grade 876
Ungraded12
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33047.3%
Male36752.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)