Serving 1,348 students in grades 9-12, Ben L. Smith 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 15-19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ben L. Smith High School serves the southwest area of Greensboro, NC, covering approximately 13.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most living around 2.1 miles away from the zone's edge and the furthest point being 3.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ben L. Smith High School's student population of 1,348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ben L. Smith High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben L. Smith High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2238 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
81%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben L. Smith High School's ranking?
Ben L. Smith High School is ranked #2238 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ben L. Smith High School often compared to?
Ben L. Smith High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy At Smith by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ben L. Smith High School?
The graduation rate of Ben L. Smith High School is 81%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Ben L. Smith High School?
1,348 students attend Ben L. Smith High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ben L. Smith High School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben L. Smith High School?
Ben L. Smith High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ben L. Smith High School offer ?
Ben L. Smith High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben L. Smith High School part of?
Ben L. Smith High School is part of Guilford County Schools.
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