Serving 505 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 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Michael E. Smith Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire South Hadley school district, encompassing approximately 18.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michael E. Smith Middle School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Leader in Academic Excellence
School Rankings
Michael E. Smith Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Michael E. Smith Middle School is 0.40, 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
#1111 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
75%
51%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
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 #1111 out of 1,626 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Michael E. Smith Middle School?
505 students attend Michael E. Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Michael E. Smith Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michael E. Smith Middle School?
Michael E. Smith Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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