Serving 716 students in grades 6-8, Smith Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Smith Middle School's student population of 716 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smith Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#290 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
10%
25%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Middle School's ranking?
Smith Middle School is ranked #290 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Smith Middle School often compared to?
Smith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdougle Middle School, Phillips Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Smith Middle School?
716 students attend Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Smith Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Middle School?
Smith Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smith Middle School offer ?
Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Smith Middle School part of?
Smith Middle School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools School District.
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