Serving 887 students in grades 9-12, Smoky Mountain High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smoky Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Smoky Mountain High School's student population of 887 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smoky Mountain High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smoky Mountain High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#334 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoky Mountain High School's ranking?
Smoky Mountain High School is ranked #334 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Smoky Mountain High School often compared to?
Smoky Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Co Early College, Blue Ridge Early College, Blue Ridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smoky Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Smoky Mountain High School is 94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Smoky Mountain High School?
887 students attend Smoky Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Smoky Mountain High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smoky Mountain High School?
Smoky Mountain High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smoky Mountain High School offer ?
Smoky Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Smoky Mountain High School part of?
Smoky Mountain High School is part of Jackson County Public Schools School District.
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