Serving 1,152 students in grades 6-8, Smith-hale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith-hale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Smith-hale Middle School's student population of 1,152 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smith-hale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith-hale Middle School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1990 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
64%
15%
White
10%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith-hale Middle School's ranking?
Smith-hale Middle School is ranked #1990 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Smith-hale Middle School often compared to?
Smith-hale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Smith-hale Middle School?
1,152 students attend Smith-hale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Smith-hale Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith-hale Middle School?
Smith-hale Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smith-hale Middle School offer ?
Smith-hale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Smith-hale Middle School part of?
Smith-hale Middle School is part of Hickman Mills C-1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Smith-hale Middle School located?
Smith-hale Middle School is located in the Loma Vista neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Loma Vista.
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