Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Smithfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Smithfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Smithfield Elementary School's student population of 446 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
West Smithfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Smithfield Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2242 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
54%
21%
Black
24%
25%
White
14%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Smithfield Elementary School's ranking?
West Smithfield Elementary School is ranked #2242 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Smithfield Elementary School often compared to?
West Smithfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Smithfield Elementary School, Cooper Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Smithfield Elementary School?
446 students attend West Smithfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of West Smithfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Smithfield Elementary School?
West Smithfield Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Smithfield Elementary School offer ?
West Smithfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Smithfield Elementary School part of?
West Smithfield Elementary School is part of Johnston County School District.
School Reviews
5 5/25/2021
I know we have been learning remotely but my son''s 1st grade teacher Kateland Thornton was awesome. Such a sweet and great teacher.
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