Serving 400 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 57% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- 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 400 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smithville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithville Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
89%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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 #438 out of 2,084 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
400 students attend Smithville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Smithville Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithville Middle School?
Smithville Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smithville Middle School offer ?
Smithville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Smithville Middle School part of?
Smithville Middle School is part of Smithville R-II School District.
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