Serving 919 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 34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smart's Mill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Smart's Mill Middle School's student population of 919 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smart's Mill Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smart's Mill Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1338 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
29%
18%
Black
7%
22%
White
50%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1338 out of 1,792 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
919 students attend Smart's Mill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Smart's Mill Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smart's Mill Middle School?
Smart's Mill Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Smart's Mill Middle School part of?
Smart's Mill Middle School is part of Loudoun Co PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
2 6/9/2020
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.
5 9/12/2011
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.
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