Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Colonel Smith Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Colonel Smith Middle School's student population of 240 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colonel Smith Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonel Smith Middle School is 0.65, 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
#420 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
30%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
49%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonel Smith Middle School's ranking?
Colonel Smith Middle School is ranked #420 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
240 students attend Colonel Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Colonel Smith Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colonel Smith Middle School?
Colonel Smith Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, 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) School District.
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