Serving 875 students in grades 6-8, Smith Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Smith Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Glastonbury school district, covering approximately 52.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Middle School's student population of 875 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
875 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smith Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Middle School's ranking?
Smith Middle School is ranked #201 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Smith Middle School?
875 students attend Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Smith Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Middle School?
Smith Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smith Middle School offer ?
Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smith Middle School part of?
Smith Middle School is part of Glastonbury School District.
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