Serving 595 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 61% (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 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sergeant Paul R. Smith Middle School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 23.3 square miles. The typical driving time to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School's student population of 595 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1635 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Sharks
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 #1635 out of 3,662 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?
61% 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?
595 students attend Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School offer ?
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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.
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