Serving 413 students in grades 4-5, Smith Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Smith Middle School's student population of 413 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smith Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#619 out of 3137 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
10%
17%
White
73%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Middle School's ranking?
Smith Middle School is ranked #619 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Smith Middle School often compared to?
Smith Middle 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?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Smith Middle School?
413 students attend Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Smith Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Middle School?
Smith Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Smith Middle School offer ?
Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Smith Middle School part of?
Smith Middle School is part of Vandalia-Butler City School District.
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