Serving 1,413 students in grades 9-12, Smithfield-selma High 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 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smithfield-selma High School's student population of 1,413 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smithfield-selma High 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-selma High School is 0.66, 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
#1828 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
48%
20%
Black
27%
25%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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-selma High School's ranking?
Smithfield-selma High School is ranked #1828 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Smithfield-selma High School often compared to?
Smithfield-selma High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton High School, South Johnston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithfield-selma High School?
The graduation rate of Smithfield-selma High School is 83%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Smithfield-selma High School?
1,413 students attend Smithfield-selma High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Smithfield-selma High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithfield-selma High School?
Smithfield-selma High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithfield-selma High School offer ?
Smithfield-selma High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Smithfield-selma High School part of?
Smithfield-selma High School is part of Johnston County Public Schools School District.
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