Serving 921 students in grades 7-8, Smiths Station Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smiths Station Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Smiths Station Junior High School's student population of 921 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smiths Station Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smiths Station Junior High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#557 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
18%
32%
White
68%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smiths Station Junior High School's ranking?
Smiths Station Junior High School is ranked #557 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Smiths Station Junior High School often compared to?
Smiths Station Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Smiths Station Junior High School?
921 students attend Smiths Station Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Smiths Station Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smiths Station Junior High School?
Smiths Station Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Smiths Station Junior High School offer ?
Smiths Station Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smiths Station Junior High School part of?
Smiths Station Junior High School is part of Lee County School District.
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