Serving 885 students in grades 6-8, Smart's Mill Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SMART'S MILL MIDDLE serves the northeast part of Leesburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 42.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smart's Mill Middle School's student population of 885 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
885 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Smart's Mill Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smart's Mill Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1230 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smart's Mill Middle School's ranking?
Smart's Mill Middle School is ranked #1230 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Smart's Mill Middle School often compared to?
Smart's Mill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. Lupton Simpson Middle School, Harper Park 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 68% VA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Smart's Mill Middle School?
885 students attend Smart's Mill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Smart's Mill Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smart's Mill Middle School?
Smart's Mill Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smart's Mill Middle School offer ?
Smart's Mill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smart's Mill Middle School part of?
Smart's Mill Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is awesome! The atmosphere of the school is inspiring and nurturing. The teachers are top notch and very concerned about all students. My daughter loves it there.
2 10/10/2025
Great teachers, but an overall sad and gloomy environment. Principal is very entitled and disrespectful. To be honest, this school has gone down in quality and it's quite evident.
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