SMALLWOOD DRIVE SCHOOL

www.amherstschools.org

659 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Smallwood Drive School is a prominent elementary institution located in Amherst, New York, serving students within the Amherst Central School District. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and a supportive learning environment, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering both the intellectual and social-emotional development of its students. The facility serves as a central hub for the local community, reflecting the district’s dedication to providing a high-quality, comprehensive education that prepares children for success in their future academic endeavors.

The school is well-regarded for its experienced faculty and a curriculum that balances core subjects with enrichment opportunities. By leveraging the resources of the Amherst Central School District, Smallwood Drive integrates modern instructional strategies and technology to meet diverse learning needs. Parents and community members are frequently engaged through active school organizations, contributing to a collaborative culture that prioritizes student achievement and a positive school climate.

659

Total Students

47.8

Full-Time Teachers

13.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

17.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SMALLWOOD DRIVE SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	518
Hispanic	43
Black	34
Asian	29
Two or More	34
American Indian	1

White
518 (78.6 %)
Hispanic
43 (6.5 %)
Black
34 (5.2 %)
Two or More
34 (5.2 %)
Asian
29 (4.4 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)

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:	AMHERST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(716)362-2100
Website:	http://www.amherstschools.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	659
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	47.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	108
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	10

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 36

Kindergarten 108

Grade 1 105

Grade 2 96

Grade 3 112

Grade 4 87

Grade 5 114

Ungraded 1