Smithville High School is a public high school located in Smithville, Texas and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is part of the Smithville Independent School District located in southeast Bastrop County.
Serving 543 students in grades 9-12, Smithville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Smithville High School encompasses the entire Smithville school district, covering approximately 294.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smithville High School's student population of 543 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithville High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
51%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers/lady Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithville High School's ranking?
Smithville High School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Smithville High School often compared to?
Smithville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bastrop High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithville High School?
The graduation rate of Smithville High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Smithville High School?
543 students attend Smithville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Smithville High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithville High School?
Smithville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithville High School offer ?
Smithville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Smithville High School part of?
Smithville High School is part of Smithville Independent School District.
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