School Overview
Paul A. Smith School, located in West Franklin, New Hampshire, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Franklin School District. As a primary-level school, it is dedicated to fostering a supportive and structured learning environment that caters to the developmental needs of young children. The school’s mission emphasizes the importance of academic growth, social-emotional learning, and community involvement, aiming to prepare students for a successful transition into higher grade levels through a comprehensive curriculum and dedicated faculty.

Beyond its core academic instruction, Paul A. Smith School places a strong emphasis on building a collaborative partnership between the school, parents, and the broader Franklin community. The school environment is designed to be inclusive and encouraging, often integrating extracurricular opportunities and support services to ensure that every student has the resources necessary to thrive. By focusing on fundamental skills and character development, the school serves as a vital hub for local families, striving to create a positive and lasting impact on the educational trajectory of its student body.
287
Total Students
30.2
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Paul A. Smith School
Demographic Student Count
White249
Hispanic18
Black2
Two or More17
American Indian1
  • White
    249 (86.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    18 (6.3 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (5.9 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
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: Franklin School District
Phone: (603)934-4144
Website: http://www.sau18.org/o/pss
Grade Range: Pre-K - 3rd
Total Students: 287
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 138
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 22
Kindergarten 67
Grade 1 64
Grade 2 69
Grade 3 65

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Paul A. Smith School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten22
Kindergarten67
Grade 164
Grade 269
Grade 365
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Paul A. Smith School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13246%
Male15554%