Smithfield-Selma High School is a public high school located in Smithfield, North Carolina. It is locally referred to as simply "SSS". The school is part of Johnston County Schools.
Serving 1,548 students in grades 9-12, Smithfield-selma High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithfield-Selma High serves the northeast part of Smithfield, NC, covering an area of approximately 89 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smithfield-selma High School's student population of 1,548 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,548 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Smithfield-selma High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithfield-selma High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1146 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold, Vegas Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithfield-selma High School's ranking?
Smithfield-selma High School is ranked #1146 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Smithfield-selma High School often compared to?
Smithfield-selma High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton High School, South Johnston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithfield-selma High School?
The graduation rate of Smithfield-selma High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Smithfield-selma High School?
1,548 students attend Smithfield-selma High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Smithfield-selma High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithfield-selma High School?
Smithfield-selma High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Smithfield-selma High School offer ?
Smithfield-selma High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smithfield-selma High School part of?
Smithfield-selma High School is part of Johnston County School District.
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