Serving 525 students in grades 6-8, Smith Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smith Middle School serves the southwest part of Dearborn, MI, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles, where most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, typically about 2.6 miles from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone extends up to 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Middle School's student population of 525 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Smith Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1506 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
10%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
79%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Middle School's ranking?
Smith Middle School is ranked #1506 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Smith Middle School often compared to?
Smith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Smith Middle School?
525 students attend Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Smith Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Middle School?
Smith Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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 Dearborn City School District.
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