Serving 554 students in grades 6-8, Smithsburg Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithsburg Middle serves the eastern part of Smithsburg, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 65.5 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithsburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Smithsburg Middle School's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
554 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithsburg Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithsburg Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithsburg Middle School's ranking?
Smithsburg Middle School is ranked #304 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Smithsburg Middle School often compared to?
Smithsburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Middle School, Western Heights Middle School, Boonsboro Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Smithsburg Middle School?
554 students attend Smithsburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Smithsburg Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithsburg Middle School?
Smithsburg Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithsburg Middle School offer ?
Smithsburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smithsburg Middle School part of?
Smithsburg Middle School is part of Washington County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great athletics. Great teaching skills. Always clean.
5 10/10/2025
We are military family. Two in Smithsburg High School. Two went from elementary, Smithsburg middle school to Smithsburg High School. We love the school because of the faculty, staffs, and parents whom helped supported each other for the students to achieved their goals.
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