Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Colonel Smith Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonel Smith Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Colonel Smith Middle School's student population of 258 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colonel Smith Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonel Smith Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
50%
33%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pepper The Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonel Smith Middle School's ranking?
Colonel Smith Middle School is ranked #328 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Colonel Smith Middle School often compared to?
Colonel Smith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Colonel Smith Middle School?
258 students attend Colonel Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Colonel Smith Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colonel Smith Middle School?
Colonel Smith Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Colonel Smith Middle School offer ?
Colonel Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colonel Smith Middle School part of?
Colonel Smith Middle School is part of Fort Huachuca Accommodation District (4167).
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