Serving 845 students in grades 9-12, Smithville High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithville High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Smithville school district, covering approximately 84.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Smithville High School's student population of 845 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
845 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Smithville High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithville High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
90%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithville High School's ranking?
Smithville High School is ranked #174 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Smithville High School often compared to?
Smithville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Staley High School, Kearney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithville High School?
The graduation rate of Smithville High School is 96%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Smithville High School?
845 students attend Smithville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Smithville High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithville High School?
Smithville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smithville High School offer ?
Smithville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smithville High School part of?
Smithville High School is part of Smithville R-II School District.
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