Serving 262 students in grades 6-8, Carl Smith Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carl Smith Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Terra Bella, CA, covering approximately 74.7 square miles, with typical drives to the school taking about 10-15 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 6.1 miles, reaching up to 11.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carl Smith Middle School's student population of 262 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
262 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Carl Smith Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Smith Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5245 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
8%
Showing 2002–2011. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Smith Middle School's ranking?
Carl Smith Middle School is ranked #5245 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carl Smith Middle School?
262 students attend Carl Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Carl Smith Middle School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Smith Middle School?
Carl Smith Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carl Smith Middle School offer ?
Carl Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carl Smith Middle School part of?
Carl Smith Middle School is part of Terra Bella Union Elementary School District.
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