Serving 540 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Smithville School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Smithville school district, covering approximately 400 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 30 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Smithville School's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Make a Difference'
School Rankings
Smithville School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithville School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#146 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Seminoles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithville School's ranking?
Smithville School is ranked #146 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Smithville School often compared to?
Smithville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hatley School, Hamilton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithville School?
The graduation rate of Smithville School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Smithville School?
540 students attend Smithville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Smithville School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithville School?
Smithville School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithville School offer ?
Smithville School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smithville School part of?
Smithville School is part of Monroe County School District.
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