Serving 887 students in grades 6-8, Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Donald B. Dixon-Lyle R. Smith Middle is located in the southeastern part of Fredericksburg, VA, covering approximately 39 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School's student population of 887 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
887 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
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School Rankings
Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1029 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
68%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
60%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School's ranking?
Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School is ranked #1029 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School often compared to?
Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School?
887 students attend Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School?
Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School offer ?
Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School part of?
Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School is part of Stafford County School District.
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