Serving 371 students in grades 7-8, Smithville Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithville Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Smithville school district, covering approximately 84.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and up to 8.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Smithville Middle School's student population of 371 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Smithville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithville Middle 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
#524 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithville Middle School's ranking?
Smithville Middle School is ranked #524 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Smithville Middle School often compared to?
Smithville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kearney Jr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Smithville Middle School?
371 students attend Smithville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Smithville Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithville Middle School?
Smithville Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smithville Middle School offer ?
Smithville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smithville Middle School part of?
Smithville Middle School is part of Smithville R-II School District.
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