North Smithfield High School is a high school in the Primrose section of North Smithfield, Rhode Island, USA. It is the only public high school in the town and was ranked 12th out of 51 public high schools in Rhode Island in 2022. The current principal is Amy L. Burns.
Serving 532 students in grades 9-12, North Smitfield High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Smithfield High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of North Smithfield, RI, encompassing approximately 24.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 3.2 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 5.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Smitfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Smitfield High School's student population of 532 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Smitfield High School ranks within the top 20% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Smitfield High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Northmen
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Smitfield High School's ranking?
North Smitfield High School is ranked #44 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are North Smitfield High School often compared to?
North Smitfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smithfield High School, Burrillville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Smitfield High School?
The graduation rate of North Smitfield High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 84.1%.
How many students attend North Smitfield High School?
532 students attend North Smitfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of North Smitfield High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Smitfield High School?
North Smitfield High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Smitfield High School offer ?
North Smitfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Smitfield High School part of?
North Smitfield High School is part of North Smithfield School District.
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