Serving 642 students in grades 3-5, Smith Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Smith Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dayton, OH, encompassing approximately 36.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 6.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Intermediate School's student population of 642 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Children, Our Community - We are Aviators!
School Rankings
Smith Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Intermediate School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#685 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Intermediate School's ranking?
Smith Intermediate School is ranked #685 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Smith Intermediate School often compared to?
Smith Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Smith Intermediate School?
642 students attend Smith Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Smith Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Intermediate School?
Smith Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Smith Intermediate School offer ?
Smith Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Intermediate School part of?
Smith Intermediate School is part of Vandalia-Butler City School District.
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