Smith Academy, a combination junior and senior high, is a small public school in Hatfield, Massachusetts, United States.
Serving 109 students in grades 7-12, Smith Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smith Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Hatfield, MA, spanning approximately 16.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Academy's student population of 109 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
109 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1872
School Motto
Reach for Excellence. Grow Enrollment. Nurture an Invested Community.
School Rankings
Smith Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#681 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Academy's ranking?
Smith Academy is ranked #681 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smith Academy?
The graduation rate of Smith Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Smith Academy?
109 students attend Smith Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Smith Academy students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Academy?
Smith Academy has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smith Academy offer ?
Smith Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smith Academy part of?
Smith Academy is part of Hatfield School District.
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