Serving 536 students in grades 5-8, Michael E. Smith Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michael E. Smith Middle School's student population of 536 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michael E. Smith Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Michael E. Smith Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1156 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
2%
10%
White
77%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael E. Smith Middle School's ranking?
Michael E. Smith Middle School is ranked #1156 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Michael E. Smith Middle School often compared to?
Michael E. Smith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mosier by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Michael E. Smith Middle School?
536 students attend Michael E. Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Michael E. Smith Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael E. Smith Middle School?
Michael E. Smith Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Michael E. Smith Middle School offer ?
Michael E. Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Michael E. Smith Middle School part of?
Michael E. Smith Middle School is part of South Hadley School District.
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