For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,322 students in Smithfield, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in Smithfield, VA is Smithfield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithfield, VA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in Smithfield have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public high schools.
Smithfield, VA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Smithfield High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Smithfield, VA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithfield High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14171 Turner Dr
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3108
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3108
Gr: 9-12 | 1,322 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Smithfield, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Smithfield, VA include Smithfield High School.
How many public high schools are located in Smithfield?
1 public high schools are located in Smithfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithfield?
Smithfield public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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