Serving 556 students in grades 6-8, Smithfield Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Smithfield Middle School's student population of 556 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smithfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithfield Middle School is 0.64, which is less 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
#2063 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
50%
20%
Black
29%
25%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithfield Middle School's ranking?
Smithfield Middle School is ranked #2063 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Smithfield Middle School often compared to?
Smithfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Selma Middle School, Four Oaks Middle School, Princeton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Smithfield Middle School?
556 students attend Smithfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Smithfield Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithfield Middle School?
Smithfield Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithfield Middle School offer ?
Smithfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Smithfield Middle School part of?
Smithfield Middle School is part of Johnston County Public Schools School District.
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