Are these pencils allowed on standardized tests?

Yes. They are No. 2 graphite pencils, which is what most exams require. Check your test's rules on erasers and any allowed extras.

Are the erasers safe for kids with latex allergies?

The erasers are latex-free, so they suit classrooms with latex concerns. The pencils are also listed as non-toxic.

How do they compare with Ticonderoga pencils?

Ticonderoga uses harder cedar wood and more consistent graphite, so its lead breaks less and holds a point longer. School Smart pencils are softer and need sharpening more often.

Twelve yellow hexagonal No. 2 pencils, each with a latex-free pink eraser on the end.

Do they work for young students?

Yes. The hexagonal shape is easy to grip and resists rolling. The softer lead may need more frequent sharpening for heavy-handed writers.

Is the lead really 0.5mm?

No. These are standard wood pencils with regular graphite cores, not 0.5mm mechanical pencil lead. Treat the 0.5mm figure as a listing error.

School Smart Hexagonal No. 2 Pencils with Latex-Free Erasers

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School Smart Hexagonal No. 2 Pencils with Latex-Free Erasers

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Our take on the School Smart Hexagonal No. 2 Pencils with Latex-Free Erasers

These are basic yellow No. 2 wood pencils in a 12-pack, made with basswood and fitted with latex-free pink erasers. The hexagonal barrel keeps them from rolling off desks and gives a familiar grip for young writers. They are aimed at classrooms and standardized tests that require a No. 2 pencil. Against name-brand pencils like Ticonderoga, they are a plain, budget-minded option: the basswood is softer and the graphite is less consistent, so they need sharpening more often.

Best forClassroom supply listsStandardized tests requiring No. 2 pencilsYoung students learning to writeStocking up for a whole class

Pros

Hexagonal barrel resists rolling
Latex-free eraser suits allergy-sensitive classrooms
No. 2 graphite meets most test requirements
Basswood body sharpens easily
Non-toxic and lead-free

Cons

Graphite can feel scratchy and break easily
Softer wood means frequent sharpening
Erasers wear down faster than name-brand ones
Finish can feel rough on some pencils

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School Smart Hexagonal No. 2 Pencils with Latex-Free Erasers price history

Lowest price we've seen: $22.72 on Nov 9 at School Specialty. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Buyers treat these as dependable classroom pencils that do the job for tests and everyday writing. Teachers like the latex-free erasers and the price for bulk use. Some note the lead snaps more often and the wood splinters when sharpening.

What people mention

Lead durabilityCriticisedOwners say the graphite snaps more often than on name-brand pencils, especially with heavy pressure.
EraserMixedThe latex-free pink eraser is welcomed by allergy-conscious buyers but wears down fast.
SharpeningMixedThe basswood sharpens easily, though some pencils splinter at the tip.
Grip and shapePraisedThe hexagonal barrel is comfortable and keeps pencils from rolling off desks.
ValuePraisedBuyers see them as a solid classroom pencil for the quantity.

Specifications

Pencil Type: Wood pencil
Lead Hardness: No 2
Lead Size: 0.5mm
Lead Material: Graphite
Lead Highlights: Lead-free
Lead Color: Graphite
Body Color: Yellow
Packaging Quantity

Questions and answers

Are these pencils allowed on standardized tests?: Yes. They are No. 2 graphite pencils, which is what most exams require. Check your test's rules on erasers and any allowed extras.
Are the erasers safe for kids with latex allergies?: The erasers are latex-free, so they suit classrooms with latex concerns. The pencils are also listed as non-toxic.
How do they compare with Ticonderoga pencils?: Ticonderoga uses harder cedar wood and more consistent graphite, so its lead breaks less and holds a point longer. School Smart pencils are softer and need sharpening more often.
What is in the pack?: Twelve yellow hexagonal No. 2 pencils, each with a latex-free pink eraser on the end.
Do they work for young students?: Yes. The hexagonal shape is easy to grip and resists rolling. The softer lead may need more frequent sharpening for heavy-handed writers.
Is the lead really 0.5mm?: No. These are standard wood pencils with regular graphite cores, not 0.5mm mechanical pencil lead. Treat the 0.5mm figure as a listing error.
Where is the School Smart Hexagonal No. 2 Pencils with Latex-Free Erasers cheapest?: At School Specialty, for $22.72, as of our latest check.