Overview

L F Smith Elementary is a public school in Columbus, IN, offering a Gifted & Talented program, 5 sports, and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 11 elementary schools in Bartholomew Con School Corp.

School Rating

L F Smith Elementary is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Indiana with the same grade levels.
5/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

4505 Waycross Drive
Columbus, IN 47203
School leader: Casey Voelz
(812) 376-4317
(812) 376-4502
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