Serving 680 students in grades 6-8, Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School's student population of 680 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1817 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
64%
36%
Black
9%
21%
White
19%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School's ranking?
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School is ranked #1817 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School often compared to?
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davidsen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School?
680 students attend Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School?
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School offer ?
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School part of?
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School located?
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School is located in the Citrus Park Community neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Citrus Park Community.
School Calendar
View the Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
Review Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Should Teacher Salaries be Public Information?
Public school teachers are considered public servants – but does that make their salary details public information? Learn about the heated debate surrounding whether teacher salaries should be made public.
The Link Between Education and Incarceration: The NAACP Report
Education and the rate of incarceration have been linked in a recent NAACP report. Learn about the report and the troubling findings.
Bussing: North Carolina's New Student Assignment Plan
We analyze a new plan for student assignment in two North Carolina school districts and the public reaction to the idea of bussing students – as well as alternatives that have been proposed by education experts.
